Stadium Grounds Lead — Soccer Field & Turf Care

asmglobal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Legends Global, based at Soldier Field in Chicago, seeks a Stadium Groundskeeper (full-time, exempt) to maintain the field for MLS and other events. Duties include mowing, irrigation, fertilizing, sod work, tarping, and installing field components.

Candidates should have groundskeeping training and related experience, plus an Illinois Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain one. Salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000 with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Groundskeeping or related field required.
• 2–4 years groundskeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of field maintenance, equipment, and pesticides.

Responsibilities

• Maintain playing field grass and surrounding parkland areas.
• Operate mowers, tractors, snow blowers, sod cutters and forklifts.
• Paint field markings for multiple events (NFL/MLS/concerts).
• Install/remove field goals, benches, and other structures.
• Monitor irrigation and manage fertilization, weed and pest control.

Skills

Planning

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Field painting

Team supervision

Long hours

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Groundskeeping

Job description

Legends Global, based at Soldier Field in Chicago, seeks a Stadium Groundskeeper (full-time, exempt) to maintain the field for MLS and other events. Duties include mowing, irrigation, fertilizing, sod work, tarping, and installing field components.

Candidates should have groundskeeping training and related experience, plus an Illinois Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain one. Salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000 with generous benefits.