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Job Summary:
This position will be responsible for assisting the Head Groundskeeper with all maintenance and upkeep of Comerica Park's baseball field as well as all other landscaped areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily maintenance of a major league baseball field and other landscaped areas of stadium
Perform and supervise pre- and post-event field preparations
Direct and assist in the placement and removal of all field tarps
Maintenance of all batting cages, field screens, and enclosed pitching and hitting areas
Supervise care and maintenance of the grounds work area and storage facilities
Safely operate and direct the operation of all grounds equipment and tools, powered or otherwise
Perform required staffing procedures including hiring, scheduling, payroll functions, and other personnel related duties in union environment
Train, lead, and supervise groundcrew and tarpcrew
Evaluate supervised personnel for efficiency and effectiveness to the department and the organization
Assist in the development and enforcement of safety and work regulations
Assist in the proper procedures for requesting and maintaining related records of expenditures of all grounds related needs, including supplies, personnel and equipment.
Assist in the establishment of sources of supplies and equipment
Interact with the general public, Tigers associates, clients, player personnel, and others in a positive and effective manner.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and experience required to expertly manage the Grounds Department of the Detroit Tigers
Knowledge of maintenance practices such as, mowing, overseeding, fertilization, irrigation, top dressing, preparation of pitching mounds and infields
Knowledge of grounds equipment maintenance
Minimum 1 year experience maintaining a Major League Baseball field required.
Bachelor's degree or combination of education & equivalent work experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel & Outlook
Ability to perform all necessary physical requirements for grounds maintenance
Ability to effectively lead and supervise all groundcrew and tarpcrew personnel
Excellent communication skills & positive attitude
Capability of functioning in a sometimes, high-stress environment
Exhibits managerial presence
Working Conditions:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a colleague encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies:
Additional knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors sought after for the role.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.