Lead Groundskeeper- Chicago White Sox Fields

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Turfgrass LLC. and the Chicago White SoxFields are seeking a Lead Groundskeeper to oversee field maintenance and safety. You will supervise a crew, prioritize maintenance, and ensure accurate reporting on field projects and schedules.

The role requires hands-on leadership in turf management, equipment operation, and adherence to safety standards to deliver top-quality playing surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate field surfaces on a routine basis to ensure field safety and playability.
• Implement and prioritize maintenance program focusing on efficiency and effectiveness of resources.
• Keep accurate records; submit daily/weekly reports detailing team assignments, project status updates and other items as requested.
• Assign and oversee daily tasks/ responsibilities for designated staff.
• Assist in calculation, calibration, and application of chemicals/ fertilizer to turf areas.
• Prevent, troubleshoot and recommend solutions to field issues such as turf stress, disease, irrigation problems, etc.
• Train staff in the preparation, maintenance and restoration of assigned field complex.
• Lead assigned crew on specific field projects as needed.
• Operate and monitor operation of field maintenance equipment including use of hand tools.
• Oversee regular preventative maintenance/cleaning of powered department equipment.
• Interact professionally with team personnel and umpires on field set-up, workout/game schedules and field conditions.
• Advise Assistant Superintendent of employee work performance.
• Ensure proper equipment use and adhere to safety standards and precautions.

Job description

Lead Groundskeeper- Chicago White SoxFields

Lead Groundskeeper- Chicago White SoxFields

• Evaluate field surfaces on a routine basis to ensure field safety and playability.
• Implement and prioritize maintenance program focusing on efficiency and effectiveness of resources.
• Keep accurate records; submit daily/weekly reports detailing team assignments, project status updates and other items as requested.
• Assign and oversee daily tasks/ responsibilities for designated staff.
• Assist in calculation, calibration, and application of chemicals/ fertilizer to turf areas.
• Prevent, troubleshoot and recommend solutions to field issues such as turf stress, disease, irrigation problems, etc.
• Train staff in the preparation, maintenance and restoration of assigned field complex.
• Lead assigned crew on specific field projects as needed.
• Operate and monitor operation of field maintenance equipment including use of hand tools.
• Oversee regular preventative maintenance/cleaning of powered department equipment.
• Interact professionally with team personnel and umpires on field set-up, workout/game schedules and field conditions.
• Advise Assistant Superintendent of employee work performance.
• Ensure proper equipment use and adhere to safety standards and precautions.