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Assistant Baseball Field Manager

  • Full Time
  • Atlanta, GA
  • $ 21-22/ hour plus Overtime

The Georgia Tech Athletic Association is seeking a highly motivated self-starter for the position of Assistant Baseball Field Manager. The candidate must exhibit our core values of Character, Excellence, Innovation and Teamwork. Due to the logistical challenges we face in Downtown Atlanta he/she must possess great organizational skills and be adaptive to a fast pace ever changing environment.

The Assistant Baseball Field Manager will perform all aspects of the daily maintenance for Russ Chandler Stadium under the direction of the Baseball Field Manager. The three-time STMA College Baseball Field of the Year is scenically nestled in downtown Atlanta, Russ Chandler Stadium provides a brilliant backdrop for college baseball.

This position is not limited to the baseball field and will assist in the maintenance of all 9 acres of sports turf when needed. Due to Georgia Tech’s unique location, we host numerous events throughout the year that may require overtime as well.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assists in planning and executing the maintenance of athletic fields at a high level
  • Baseball specific: infield, mound and home plate maintenance
  • Working knowledge of the maintenance of sports fields; cultural maintenance practices for sports turf; the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners, herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation system
  • Operates fertilizer and chemical applications and/or operates chemical application equipment
  • Field painting: logos, game lines and etc.
  • The operation of power equipment such as: reel mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, blowers, trimmers, top dressers, aerators, verti-cutters, and Bobcats
  • Ability to work long hours (nights and weekends)
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience working on a pro or college baseball field
  • Knowledge of NCAA standards for football, baseball, softball, soccer and track
  • Spraying/ Fertilizer application experience
  • 2 or 4 year degree in a turfgrass related area of study is preferred

Email resume to Chris May, Assistant AD of Athletic Grounds

cmay@athletics.gatech.edu

To apply for this job email your details to cmay@athletics.gatech.edu