Turf Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $44,886.40 - $71,801.60 Annually
Location : 12400 Burbank Dr. (Burbank), Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Full Time Non-Exempt
Job Number: STF2026
Department: Park Operations
Opening Date: 01/21/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Summary
Under general direction of the Sports Turf Manager, the Sports Turf Foreman works at various BREC facilities, performing and leading other staff in general maintenance, preparation, cleanliness, and care of select BREC sports fields, complexes, and stadiums.
Requirements and Job Specifications
Education Required: H.S. Diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Associate's degree or Bachelor's Degree.
Area of Study (Major) Required: N/A
Preferred: Turfgrass Management, Soil Sciences/Agronomy, Horticulture, Sports Turf Management or closely related field
Certification(s) Required: Class 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator's License.
License(s) Required: Valid LA Class E Driver's License.
Preferred: Valid Class A, B, or D Commercial Driver's License.
Years Relevant Work Experience: Two (2) years related supervisory experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred: Five (5) or more years related experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Good organizational skills with Attention to detail
• A sense of pride in work accomplished
• Working knowledge of sports turf and facilities management practices and operations, including multi-sport game and tournament preparation and management.
• Working knowledge of baseball and softball field setup, layout, and infield dirt management.
• Record keeping and scheduling skills
• Skill in the operation of athletic field and maintenance equipment
• Comprehensive knowledge of football set-up, layout, and field management
• Skill in the use of a computer
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to resolve conflict and foster positive/productive team environment
• Must have a positive attitude with the willingness and desire to learn new skills
• Ability to adjust to changing work demands, procedures, technology, and/or priorities
• Ability to operate a BREC vehicle to perform essential job tasks
• Ability to maintain written reports
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to instruct and train employees
• Ability to read plans and blueprints
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public
Functions and Duties
Essential Functions and Duties:• Prioritizes, schedules, and manages work orders and daily tasks for assigned area.
• Organizes work to meet routine and non-routine demands and deadlines.
• Coordinates with and inspects the work of third-party vendors for contract services
• Approves purchases and invoices for assigned area.
• Ensures proper record keeping and task reporting for assigned staff and facilities.
• Reviews and approves payroll time records.
• Manages inventory control for all assets assigned.
• Estimates personnel needs to address and complete essential duties.
• Inspects parks, facilities, and other amenities and responds appropriately.
• Makes recommendations for personnel needs and changes.
• Ensures maximum efficiency from staff and equipment.
• Conducts training sessions as required.
• Promotes information and communication, both internally and externally.
• Ensures safety and security processes are followed.
• Communicates with patrons and other department staff to resolve conflicts.
• Operate, troubleshoot, update, and program turf tank autonomous GPS paint robot.
• Coordinates with other department staff for scheduling and maintenance needs for events, tournaments, and/or games.
• Purchases needed materials and supplies.
• Supervises, instructs, trains and directs employees with a working knowledge athletic field maintenance practices and operation activities.
• Oversees safe, appropriate and timely calculation, mixing, application, and record keeping of all chemical and fertilizer applications of Spray Tech and employees according to LA, EPA, and Federal laws, regulations, and BREC standards.
• Oversees safe, appropriate and timely inspection, maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and operation of all BREC irrigation and sports field drainage systems in coordination and supervision of Irrigation Tech.
• Assumes role of Sports Turf Manager in his/her absence.
Secondary Job Duties• Provides reports and information to supervisors as required, in timely fashion.
• Maintains awareness of activities occurring in assigned areas.
• Promotes attention to detail throughout assigned area.
• Ensures that the work unit stays focused and maximizes available resources, efficiency and effectiveness. Ability to maintain, trouble shoot, and Operation of a variety of park and sports turf maintenance equipment as needed.
• Works with Sports Turf Manager and employees to build a functional team environment, proper and effective training, and handling employee relations.
• Assists Sports Turf Manager with employee performance appraisals.
• Other duties as assigned.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.
Supplemental Information
As scheduled, generally 40 hours per week; lunch break daily; overtime as required. Weekend/holiday and after-hours work is required. Subject to call out to respond to emergencies and other situations as required. Hours may vary according to event scheduling needs including late at night and/or early morning preparation ahead of events.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. If you do not complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, or etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy.
An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.
Please click the link below and complete the Employer Choice Screening Disclosure and Authorization form within the next three days, or by the closing date of the posting, whichever is sooner.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email HAdmin@brec.org or call (225) 273-6430.
2026 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE: BREC provides comprehensive medical coverage through Louisiana Blue formerly BCBSLA, including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High-Deductible Health Savings Account) options. Coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month following a two-month waiting period. Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52-family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23- employee only;$975.50- employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $1,492.70 - family. Employee cost per month for Blue Saver: $39.08 - employee only; $162.68 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. In addition to medical coverage, BREC offers voluntary insurance options, including Dental and Vision.
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term Life Insurance policy provided by Lincoln Financial. Coverage is subject to reduction at ages 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee; however, coverage associated with salaries exceeding $50,000 is subject to imputed income in accordance with IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately upon eligibility.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: BREC contributes 38.22% of each employee's salary to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System. Employees contribute 9.5% of salary. All retirement contributions are tax-deferred. Employee contributions are maintained in individual accounts and are refunded if an employee leaves BREC prior to retirement eligibility. After 25 years of service, employees may be eligible for additional benefits through the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP). BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions, available through convenient payroll deductions.
HOLIDAYS: BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE: BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS: Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS: BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP: BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Lucet. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION: BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START: This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA: BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS: BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, hospital indemnity, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2026*
01
Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02
If so, which class?

• Class A CDL
• Class B
• Class C
• Class D
• Class E

03
Class 3 Turf and Ornamental Pesticide Applicator's Certification is required. Do you have any certifications?
04
Do you possess a HS diploma or Equivalent and Vo-Tech school diploma or Associate Degree in Turfgrass Management, Soil Science/Agronomy, Horticulture?

• Yes
• No

05
How many years of experience in construction or maintenance field do you possess?

• Less than one year
• 1-2 years
• 3 -5 years
• 5 or more years

Required Question