What are the responsibilities and job description for the Turf & Grounds Intern position at Indianapolis Colts?
The Indianapolis Colts are seeking a Turf & Grounds Intern to join the Indianapolis Colts. This role involves close collaboration with the Grounds, Facility, Equipment, and Operations Departments to maintain the team's facility, with a primary focus on landscaping. As a member of the Colts team, the Turf & Grounds Intern will play a key role and gain valuable hands-on experience within an NFL organization.
The Turf & Grounds Intern will report to the Director of Grounds and will work alongside other departments and business partners throughout their internship. This is a full-time, hourly (non-exempt) position requiring over 40 hours of work per week.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain the practice fields and the landscaping around the team facility.
- Perform routine department duties such as mowing, trimming, and edging.
- Perform field set-up tasks: painting, irrigating, repairing divots, weed control, fertilization, and general maintenance.
- Applying and removing field tarps as directed.
- Safe operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery used in turf management.
- Snow removal duties as assigned by the Director of Grounds.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Grounds.
COMPETENCIES:
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Communicates clearly and persuasively in various situations; listens actively and seeks clarification.
- Demonstrates strong personal motivation while encouraging others. Shows persistence and overcomes obstacles.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work long and irregular hours, which may vary by function and include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Perform manual labor for extended periods, in all weather conditions.
- Capacity to walk long distances.
- Ability to lift or carry objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school education or GED equivalent.
- Educational background in turfgrass management preferred.
- Must be a team player with the ability to work effectively and professionally, both independently and as part of a team.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures, risk management practices, safety precautions, rules, regulations, and emergency procedures established at the facility and governed by state and federal law.
- Experience operating equipment related to the industry.
- Willingness and ability to work weekends and overtime.
- Valid Driver’s License and good driving record required.
We are an equal opportunity employer. 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.