Senior Grounds & Field Operations Manager

Toronto Blue Jays - Florida Operations; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toronto Blue Jays - Florida Operations seeks a Manager of Grounds to lead all field and ground operations at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Florida. This hands-on role covers turf management, irrigation, equipment programs, weather response, and staff supervision.

Responsibilities include developing maintenance plans, supervising staff during games, and ensuring playing surfaces meet MLB standards. Candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, organization, and field‑quality focus.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience managing athletic fields, golf courses, or high-end commercial landscapes.
• 3-5+ years of supervisory or management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• OSHA certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Florida Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor grounds crew members; develop maintenance plans.
• Maintain turf grass, infield skin, clay areas, and visual quality; conduct daily inspections.
• Oversee irrigation, drainage, and water management; weather-related decisions.
• Oversee equipment maintenance for mowers, gators, rollers, and utility vehicles.
• Prepare fields for Spring Training, minor league games, practices, and events; manage pre/post-game tasks.
• Maintain logs of field conditions, maintenance activities, chemical applications, and capital projects.

Skills

Field management

Supervisory experience

Time management

Communication skills

Equipment troubleshooting

OSHA certification

Pesticide license

Education

Turf management degree

Agronomy/Horticulture degree

Job description

The Toronto Blue Jays - Florida Operations seeks a Manager of Grounds to lead all field and ground operations at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Florida. This hands-on role covers turf management, irrigation, equipment programs, weather response, and staff supervision.

Responsibilities include developing maintenance plans, supervising staff during games, and ensuring playing surfaces meet MLB standards. Candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, organization, and field‑quality focus.