Sports Turf Manager

By Sports Field Solutions, January 6 - updated January 6 - Fort Worth, Texas

SPORTS FIELD SOLUTIONS IS SEEKING A:   Sports Turf Manager To maintain immaculate sports fields for All Saints' Episcopal School in Fort Worth. WHO YOU ARE You love sports. You spent your childhood summers on baseball fields, your fall Friday nights under stadium lights, and your winters on hard courts. You love a natural grass playing surface.  Whereas your friends are in awe when they look at a professional baseball field, you are at home. You know the difference between a ¾” height of cut and a ½”, and you understand just how hard it is to get those perfect infield edges at Globe Life Park. You are meticulous. Others see perfection when they look at your fields, but all you see is the almost-imperceptible divot in center field from the previous night’s diving catch. You love being part of a team. Could you do it alone? Sure. Do you prefer the camaraderie of a team working to build a premium brand? Absolutely.  WHO WE ARE We love sports fields. How much?  As much as Texas loves its high school football.  That's a lot.  We know that the difference between feeling like a professional athlete and a high school walk-on is often the quality of the playing surface. We love nothing more than the glimmer of stadium lights on a freshly-cut, pristine natural grass playing surface. Finally, we believe that great people transform businesses. We provide a vision and then ask our people to creatively use their talents to achieve it.   CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain premium sports field surfaces by implementing best practices in mowing, fertilization, pest management, aeration, moisture management, top dressing and more Prepare, maintain, and restore all baseball/softball clay areas including infield skins, mounds, home plate and warning track, and perform other tasks fundamental to athletic turf care Monitor, report and resolve field issues such as turf stress, disease, irrigation problems and pest management issues Communicate with coaching staff and school officials regarding practice/game schedules, camp dates, and inclement weather situations Perform preventative maintenance operations on various pieces of equipment Perform irrigation audits to ensure system is operating efficiently Track inventory and monitor purchasing of fertilizers and field materials REQUIREMENTS If you read the description above and feel like it was written for you, please apply. Formal requirements include a high school diploma and experience in the turf management industry.  Informal requirements include a passion for learning and producing high-quality work, the ability to communicate effectively, and  an inclination to value teamwork over ego.

By Wilmington Country Club, December 3, 2024 - updated December 17, 2024 - Wilmington, Delaware

The role of Racquets Superintendent plays a critical part in providing a safe and enjoyable experience for our members, their families and their guests. Traits of the successful candidate should include a great attitude and someone who enjoys providing a memorable experience for others. In addition, the candidate should be highly motivated, work autonomously, and detail oriented. The Racquets Superintendent will report directly to the Director of Golf Courses and Grounds. The successful candidate will collaborate, communicate on a regular and on-going basis with the Director of Golf Courses and Grounds.     Other Important Duties Conduct and maintain the Club’s distinction as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, including, but not limited to the Blue Bird trail and koi ponds.   

By Sports Field Solutions, November 7, 2024 - updated November 7, 2024 - Dallas, Texas

SPORTS FIELD SOLUTIONS IS SEEKING A: Sports Turf Manager To maintain immaculate sports fields at Lakehill Preparatory School in Dallas. WHO YOU ARE You love sports. You spent your childhood summers on baseball fields, your fall Friday nights under stadium lights, and your winters on hard courts. You love a natural grass playing surface.  Whereas your friends are in awe when they look at a professional baseball field, you are at home. You know the difference between a ¾” height of cut and a ½”, and you understand just how hard it is to get those perfect infield edges at Globe Life Field. You are meticulous. Others see perfection when they look at your fields, but all you see is the almost-imperceptible divot in center field from the previous night’s diving catch. You love being part of a team. Could you do it alone? Sure. Do you prefer the camaraderie of a team working to build a premium brand? Absolutely.  WHO WE ARE We love sports fields. How much?  As much as Texas loves its high school football.  That's a lot.  We know that the difference between feeling like a professional athlete and a high school walk-on is often the quality of the playing surface. We love nothing more than the glimmer of stadium lights on a freshly-cut, pristine natural grass playing surface. Finally, we believe that great people transform businesses. We provide a vision and then ask our people to creatively use their talents to achieve it. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain premium sports field surfaces by implementing best practices in mowing, fertilization, pest management, aeration, moisture management, top dressing and more Prepare, maintain, and restore all baseball/softball clay areas including infield skins, mounds, home plate and warning track, and perform other tasks fundamental to athletic turf care Monitor, report and resolve field issues such as turf stress, disease, irrigation problems and pest management issues Communicate with coaching staff and school officials regarding practice/game schedules, camp dates, and inclement weather situations Perform preventative maintenance operations on various pieces of equipment Perform irrigation audits to ensure system is operating efficiently Track inventory and monitor purchasing of fertilizers and field materials REQUIREMENTS If the description above resonates with you, we’d love to see your application. Ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma, though we prefer candidates with a degree in horticulture, agronomy, or a related field. We are looking for someone with a minimum of 3 years of management experience in the sports turf industry.   In addition to these formal qualifications, we value candidates who demonstrate a passion for learning and consistently producing high-quality work. Success in this role also requires excellent communication skills and a genuine appreciation for collaboration and team success. If you bring enthusiasm for the work and a strong commitment to team-driven results, you’ll fit right in.