Soccer Grounds & Turf Manager — Lead Field Ops

Orlando Pride; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando City SC & Orlando Pride seek a Turf & Grounds Manager to lead the upkeep of four natural grass fields at the Orlando Health Training Grounds. You will budget, plan, and supervise a high-performing team, ensuring top playing conditions for MLS/MLS NEXT events and facility operations.

Role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with events teams. Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support events is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Turf Grass Science, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of grounds maintenance experience in soccer, with leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain Florida Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of 4 natural grass fields including mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, top-dressing, overseeding, re-sodding and line striping.
• Create annual facility operating budget with Director of Turf & Grounds and manage day-to-day operations for cost effectiveness.
• Implement fertility, fungicide, and pest control program for the venue.
• Lead procurement of equipment and supplies as needed.
• Coordinate with Sr. Event Manager to meet field conditions for events and rentals.
• Build relationships across the organization and with MLS/MLS Next partners.
• Maintain grounds surrounding the facility and assist with Inter.Co stadium events.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Turf maintenance

Equipment operation

Microsoft Office

Spanish (desirable)

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Turf Grass Science or related field

Tools

Tractors

Mowers

Aerifiers

Field paint machine

Pesticide applicator license (FL)

Job description

Orlando City SC & Orlando Pride seek a Turf & Grounds Manager to lead the upkeep of four natural grass fields at the Orlando Health Training Grounds. You will budget, plan, and supervise a high-performing team, ensuring top playing conditions for MLS/MLS NEXT events and facility operations.

Role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with events teams. Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support events is required.