Stadium Grounds & Turf Technician

Mercedes-Benz Stadium; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes Benz Stadium is seeking a motivated grounds assistant to help maintain the stadium field and surrounding grounds in Atlanta, GA. The role supports daily field care, irrigation, equipment operation, and seasonal maintenance tasks under supervision.

You will work with the Field & Grounds team to keep turf in top condition, assist in weather readiness, and help with painting, layout, and basic record-keeping. OSHA forklift training may be required within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school. College degree & stadium/grounds experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain OSHA required Forklift Certification within 90 days of hire date. One (1) year experience in forklift operation preferred.
• Ability to learn and operate equipment related to the grounds industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Physical requirements include the ability to lift 30+ pounds and ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily maintenance of the stadium field, The Home Depot Backyard and stadium grounds.
• Participates in the operation and care of field and grounds equipment.
• Participates in the operation and maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems as directed.
• Performs field maintenance tasks such as mowing/grooming, cultural practices for grass, painting, and field layout.
• Assist in equipment operation (carts, tractors, mowers, forklift, topdressers, skid steers).
• Participates in inclement weather readiness and execution.
• Performs related duties and assists other departments as required.

Skills

Grounds maintenance knowledge

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPt

Teamwork

Equipment operation learning

Education

High school diploma

College degree & stadium/grounds experience preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Mowers

Tractors

P-Rex Paint removers

Job description

Mercedes Benz Stadium is seeking a motivated grounds assistant to help maintain the stadium field and surrounding grounds in Atlanta, GA. The role supports daily field care, irrigation, equipment operation, and seasonal maintenance tasks under supervision.

You will work with the Field & Grounds team to keep turf in top condition, assist in weather readiness, and help with painting, layout, and basic record-keeping. OSHA forklift training may be required within 90 days.