What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Crew Summer Internship position at Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs?
Job Summary:
The Field Operations department of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs are looking to hire a seasonal employee for the 2026 season. This employee will work with the full-time staff to provide a high quality, professional baseball playing surface at Coca-Cola Park.
The Field Operations department of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs are looking to hire a seasonal employee for the 2026 season. This employee will work with the full-time staff to provide a high quality, professional baseball playing surface at Coca-Cola Park.
This position will average 45 hours/week, being heavier during a home stand and lighter on off weeks. While the start and end dates can be flexible depending on availability, we are looking to hire a summer intern employee for the 2026 season (early/mid-May-mid/late August).
Essential Functions (Assist the full-time staff in the following ways):
· During the Day: mowing, edging, mound/plate repair, set up or batting practice equipment, general clean up of bullpen, dugouts, etc.
· Pre-Game: removal of batting practices equipment, dragging of infield skin, chalking foul lines, removal of tarps, and repairing bullpen mounds.
· In-Game: dragging of infield, changing bases, assisting with on field activities.
· Post-Game: repair mounds and home plate and playing field, moving of batting practice equipment.
· Assist in hosting extra events (i.e. HS/college games, corporate picnics, Banana Ball/Cosmic games, etc.)
· Help to oversee game day staff
Skills & Abilities:
· Ability to multitask in a stressful and ever-changing environment
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to work unsupervised
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
· Ability and willingness to learn new techniques, skills, and practices
Job Requirements/Preferences:
· Having/pursuing a turf management degree or having turf management experience at the professional or collegiate levels are preferred
Compensation:
· $15/hour overtime.
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.
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