Ballpark Grounds Crew

POSITION: Part-time Grounds Crew Worker (3 openings)

SCHEDULE: Weekday Shift; Typically schedule is 9:00 AM - 3 PM but schedule may vary depending on department need. Weekend Shift: Varies

REPORTS TO: Head Groundskeeper/Asst. Head Groundskeeper

HOURLY RANGE: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

UPMC Park is now hiring for the 2024 Season! Hires can expect to start in March 2024.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Grounds Crew Worker assists in preparing and maintaining the UPMC Ballpark field and the campus grounds with such tasks as, but not limited to, mowing, edging, infield preparation, lining, sodding, replanting, warning track preparation, minor repairs to the structure and any other tasks as directed by the supervisor or his/her designee that ensures the proper condition of the ballpark as it relates to professional baseball standards. This is a part-time position starting in the spring and ending in the fall.

QUALIFICATIONS:

He/she must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. He/she must be able to walk, climb, lift fifty pounds and have manual dexterity and motor coordination. He/she must pass a security/reference check. Landscaping experience and/or general mechanical ability is a plus.

Job Description Detail:

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for mowing, pruning, weeding and edging.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for raking and sweeping.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for applying clay.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for helping with minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical work.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for picking up debris.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for set up/tear down of batting practice equipment.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for field aerating.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for helping with painting.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for helping with equipment maintenance

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for assisting laying down and rolling up infield tarp.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for helping with watering and water removal.

• The Grounds Crew Worker is responsible for any other tasks as directed by the supervisor.

Why You’ll love Erie Events

Many of our jobs fit all kinds of different lifestyles and come with great benefits – Some dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following!

• Competitive wages paid biweekly

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription drugs)

• Prescription Reimbursement

• Employer Paid: Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability

• Additional employee paid Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Plan

• Flexible hours

• Holiday pay

• Supplemental Pay: Varies per position

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Applies to Full & Part-time Employees

• Employee Referral Program

• Complementary access to events throughout our four venues!

• Employee Assistance Program – 100% confidential

• 457 Government Plan

• Annual Employee Appreciation Event

• Behind the Scenes Awards

Erie Events provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Groundskeeping: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person