Overview

Under general supervision of the Director of Fields & Grounds, the Coordinator will assist in the overall field maintenance including all playing surfaces, and stadium grounds. The coordinator with support the team in the absence of the Director of Turf & Grounds and Manager of Turf and Grounds. This is an hourly paid position.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $26.00. 

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

Job expires 7/31/2024

Responsibilities

• Assist in the field preparation for Concerts, Events, Soccer, Rugby, San Diego State Football, and other College Athletics.
• Organization and cleanliness of the grounds shop.
• Preparation for games and other stadium events.
• Field cleanup and repair following games.
• Safe Operation of grounds equipment.
• Set up and removal of grow and rain tarps.
• Ability to use focus on a speaker using verbal and non-verbal clues to understand their message, comprehend the information and respond thoughtfully.
• Creative and innovative; the ability to see alternatives and solutions.
• Ability to achieve planned objectives through completing relevant tasks and focus.
• Ability to work potential overnight field conversions & concerts

Qualifications

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• • Follow explicit oral and written instructions; communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.

  • Turfgrass knowledge & experience is preferred

    • Prior field painting experience is preferred but not required
    • Ability to obtain applicators license
    • Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
    • Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative. 
    • The ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
    • The ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
    • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
    • Effectively work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
    • Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional, and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
    • Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
    • Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.