The Biloxi Shuckers are the AA affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. They are located in Biloxi Mississippi and play their home games at Keesler Federal Park. The team is looking for an Assistant Groundskeeper who will play a key role in the daily maintenance and management of the field at Keesler Federal Park.JOB DUTIES:
- Ensure the playing surface is held to a professional standard.
- Assist with all turf management aspects including mowing, irrigation, painting,
chemical/fertilizer applications, disease control, and pest management.
- Help manage inventory of grounds materials including ordering and tracking material usage.
- Do regular field inspections to ensure the quality and safety of the playing field at all times.
- Must understand irrigation and how to troubleshoot and adjust heads.
- Ensure the safe and proper operation of all equipment. Making sure it remains safe, clean and in operable condition.
- Assist in training of seasonal employees.
- All other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS:
- Required to work long hours standing and walking around during season and events.
- Sitting, standing, walking, reaching with arms and hands, climbing, balancing, stooping,
bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, or crouching are all part of this position.
- Must be able to handle weather related elements such as rain and heat.
- Must have at least 2 to 3 years' experience in sports turf .
- 2 or 4 year Sports Turf Management degree .
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.