Job Title:  Field Operations Assistant

Department: Grounds

Reports To: Director, Field Operations

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, Full Time

Start Date: June 2023

Benefits: Eligible for Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Compensation: $19.00/hour

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervision of the part-time staff during River Cat games and event crews

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervise, mentor and train part-time game day staff for River Cats games and non-River Cat field events
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of the playing field that includes, but is not limited to turf (mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating, top-dressing, over-seeding, discovery/control of weeds, insects, and diseases) and soil (infield skin, baselines, home plate, pitcher’s mound, bullpens, warning track) management.
• Assisting to help manage and maintain the irrigation system.
• Operate and maintain all equipment in a safe manner and keep in excellent working condition.
• Assist in coordination and execution of infield tarp pulls.
• Track grounds department inventory (fungicides, pesticides, fertilizers, etc.).
• Assist in the execution of non-River Cats related events that include but are not limited to: high school baseball, concerts, graduations, corporate partner field days, winter events, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to multitask in a stressful and ever-changing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability and willingness to learn new techniques, skills, and practices.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Pesticide training must be complete within 30 days from the date of hire (provided).

Education and Experience:

Two-year degree or equivalent experience preferably in Turfgrass Management and at least one-year related experience in sports turf management, preferably baseball maintenance on a sand-based field.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing, walking, stretching, bending, climbing ladders, kneeling, and pulling. 
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to operate machinery and manage preventative maintenance for all equipment.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and in all weather conditions. Flexible availability is required for this position.

The Sacramento River Cats are an equal-opportunity employer. The Sacramento River Cats does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law