POSITION: Assistant Groundskeeper – F/T -Exempt
Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for an Assistant Groundskeeper at Soldier Field. The Assistant Groundskeeper’s primary responsibility is to maintain and paint the field for Chicago Fire MLS soccer matches, as well as assisting with other field events, and the surrounding parkland grass areas, by performing personally the following duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Includes the following - other duties may be assigned:
Maintenance Responsibilities:
Responsible for the care, maintenance, and upkeep of playing field grass and surrounding parkland areas
Operate vehicles and powered equipment including mowers, tractors, snow blowers, sod cutters, and forklifts
Mow and edge lawns using power mowers or edgers
Water the field and manage the irrigation system
Apply fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides manually or with automatic sprayers/spreaders
Patch and repair playing field grass; add sand as necessary
Assist in tarping the playing field when required
Install and remove field goals, team benches, stairs, and other structures for events
Replace old sod and install new sod as needed
Paint field markings according to event requirements (including football, soccer, concerts, and other major events)
Install and remove terraplas flooring for concerts
Monitor and report issues with the irrigation system
Mark irrigation lines before parkland events
Manage snow production on the sledding hill in winter
Clear snow from sidewalks, gates, and other exterior areas around Soldier Field as required
Maintain the artificial field at ComEd Recreational Center
Supervision Responsibilities:
Direct field labor staff during tarping, terraplas installation/removal, and structural setup/teardown
Administrative Responsibilities:
Research sod farms, coordinate with suppliers, and manage the sod budget with accounting
Collect sod receipts post-installation for accounting reconciliation
Monitor weather via Weather Command and liaise with meteorologists for inclement weather planning
Order bulk supplies such as salt, sand, straw, and fertilizer
Foster and maintain relationships with Fire Groundskeeper and other clients
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university with a concentration in Groundskeeping, Landscaping, or related field. Subsequent groundskeeping experience may be supplemented for college degree.
Three to five years related experience and/or training as a groundskeeper or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Working knowledge of the principles of groundskeeping, field maintenance, and equipment
Groundskeeping experience in an NFL, MLS, or NCAA environment is preferred
Obtains an Illinois Pesticide Applicator License
SKILLS REQUIRED
Position requires ability to:
Excellent planning and adaptation skills
Strong written and verbal skills
Demonstrate good problem-solving and communication skills
Supervisory experience required
Professional presentation, appearance and work ethic
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
Proficient in painting NFL and MLS fields
Ability to obtain Illinois Pesticide Applicator License within 90 days of employment if not already possessed
Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff including upper management
Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include, daytime, evenings, weekends and holidays
BENEFITS
Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Health, dental, vision insurance
401(k) investment plan, with a discretionary employer match up to 3%
Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
Short – and long – term disability insurance available
Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes inclement weather. Employee must be able to lift 50lbs and must have the physical ability to maneuver around the facility, at times, walking and/or standing up to 8-10 hours daily.
TO APPLY: Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact: 312-235-7148
Recruiter: Maggie Szot, Sr. Human Resource Manager
Email: mszot@soldierfield.net | Phone: (312) 235-7148
Location: Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago, IL
Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.