Turf Manager - SportsOhio

The Sports Facilities Advisory & Management; Dublin (OH); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 66 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

SportsOhio in Dublin, OH seeks a Turf Manager to lead field maintenance across natural and synthetic surfaces, coordinate irrigation, pest control, and field renovations, and supervise a team during tournaments and events.

This full-time, exempt role reports to the General Manager in the Operations department and requires weekend availability and the ability to obtain a pesticide license within 90 days.

Qualificações

• Associate degree in turf management, related field or equivalent experience is preferred
• Knowledge/experience maintaining natural grass and synthetic surfaces
• Knowledge of irrigation repairs and maintenance is a plus
• Can calibrate and operate a turf spray rig for liquid chemical applications
• Can calibrate and operate a walk spreader for fertilizer applications
• Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicators License within 90 days of hire
• Available and willing to work long hours and varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to follow and give written and oral instructions
• Ability to promote a positive self-image and lead by example

Responsabilidades

• Assist in hiring, training, scheduling, etc. Facility Maintenance Team Members
• Assign, oversee, and assist seasonal team members in the completion of maintenance tasks
• Manage and supervise team members and contractors in the performance of turf field maintenance activities, including cultural practices, irrigation, integrated pest management, and completion of renovation projects
• Mow, trim, edge, sod, aerate and irrigate athletic fields and general ground areas of the park using different pieces of grounds maintenance equipment
• Operate, maintain, and repair irrigation system
• Oversee and manage all pesticide applications
• Oversee all field-related projects including but not limited to sod replacements, new field installations, aerification, top dressing, etc.
• Prepare all playing surfaces to meet the unique needs of each tournament group
• Assist in the training of field team members in proper care and maintenance of athletic fields, including game preparation and logo painting
• Periodically serve as the division's on-duty representative during times of high-volume field use, such as evenings, weekends, and special events/tournaments
• Assist in the completion of needed off-season renovation projects on all aspects of athletic field
• Complete special projects and daily assignments as directed by the General Manager

Conhecimentos

Turf management

Irrigation systems

Pesticide application

Equipment operation

Team supervision

Communication

Formação académica

Associate degree in turf management

Ferramentas

Irrigation equipment

Spray rig calibration

Walk spreader calibration

Descrição da oferta de emprego

TURF MANAGER - SportsOhio

SOD SFM, LLC

LOCATION: Dublin, OH

DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER

STATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

SportsOhio is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Dublin, OH. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth.

SportsOhio is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.

SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Turf Manager works in all areas of maintenance operations, especially athletic fields. This position will generally involve the performance of manual tasks requiring skilled and semi-skilled work or special knowledge acquired through on-the-job training or experience. The Turf Manager will supervise and assist co-workers in completing various tasks and day-to-day maintenance duties as required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Assist in hiring, training, scheduling, etc. Facility Maintenance Team Members
• Assign, oversee, and assist seasonal team members in the completion of maintenance tasks
• Manage and supervise team members and contractors in the performance of turf field maintenance activities, including cultural practices, irrigation, integrated pest management, and completion of renovation projects
• Mow, trim, edge, sod, aerate and irrigate athletic fields and general ground areas of the park using different pieces of grounds maintenance equipment
• Operate, maintain, and repair irrigation system
• Oversee and manage all pesticide applications
• Oversee all field-related projects including but not limited to sod replacements, new field installations, aerification, top dressing, etc.
• Prepare all playing surfaces to meet the unique needs of each tournament group
• Assist in the training of field team members in proper care and maintenance of athletic fields, including game preparation and logo painting
• Periodically serve as the division's on-duty representative during times of high-volume field use, such as evenings, weekends, and special events/tournaments
• Assist in the completion of needed off-season renovation projects on all aspects of athletic field
• Complete special projects and daily assignments as directed by the General Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in turf management, related field or equivalent experience is preferred
• Knowledge/experience maintaining natural grass and synthetic surfaces
• Knowledge of irrigation repairs and maintenance is a plus
• Can calibrate and operate a turf spray rig for liquid chemical applications
• Can calibrate and operate a walk spreader for fertilizer applications
• Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicators License within 90 days of hire
• Available and willing to work long hours and varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to follow and give written and oral instructions
• Ability to promote a positive self-image and lead by example

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whether indoors or outdoors, and squat, stoop or bend into awkward positions while performing job functions
• Facility has intermittent noise