What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Grounds Crew position at Charlotte Knights?
Job Title: Seasonal Grounds Crew, Charlotte Knights Baseball
Job Description: The Charlotte Knights, AAA affiliate of the Chicago White Sox are seeking qualified and motivated applicants for their 2026 Grounds Crew. Employment runs from March 15, 2026, through September 30, 2026. Applicants must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, work nights and weekends, and potentially work in adverse weather conditions.
Duties for this position include assisting the Turf Management Department with game setup and field maintenance duties associated with professional baseball for Charlotte Knights home games, the ACC Tournament, and other large scale baseball and non-baseball events during the 2026 season. This position is ideal for those currently enrolled in a turf program or interested in working on a professional baseball grounds crew.
Applicants should have general knowledge of how to work with hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, and small power tools to include backpack blowers, edgers, power washers, etc.
The position allows for flexible work hours and provides uniform, paid parking, meals and teams store discounts.
Both daytime and evening shifts are available.
Compensation is paid hourly.
Requirements:
- Ability to work Charlotte Knights games, collegiate baseball games and other on field events at Truist Field.
- Ability to work nights and weekends.
- Ability to work and represent the Charlotte Knights in a professional manner.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work with and around equipment associated with field maintenance operations.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and assist with the installation and removal of the field tarp in inclement weather situations.
- Ability to pass pre-employment background check.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Contact:
Nick Verzal
Manager of Field Operations
Charlotte Knights
324 S. Mint Street
Charlotte NC 28202
nickv@charlotteknights.com