Training Facilities - Sports Turf Specialist, OHP

    TITLE:  Sports Turf Specialist, OHP  DEPARTMENT:  Training Facilities REPORTS TO:  Head Groundskeeper, OHP  FLSA: Full-Time, hourly; Non-exempt     WHAT SETS YOU APART  We are looking for a skilled and proactive Sports Turf Specialist to join our team at the Orlando Health Training Ground at Osceola Heritage Park.  You will be responsible for mowing, fertilization, edging, irrigation, troubleshooting and repair, top dressing, aerating, painting, sodding, and record keeping for the Inter.co Stadium. You will get a chance to use a variety of practical skills which are valuable and essential to the overall Club.    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  Assist with field maintenance of (3) natural grass fields and (1) turf field at the Orlando Health Training Ground at Osceola Heritage Park to include mowing, fertilization, edging, irrigation, troubleshooting and repair, top dressing, aerating, painting, sodding, and any special projects as needed  Proactively identify turf grass diseases, weeds, and pests, and work with the Head Groundskeeper to take corrective action as needed  Collaborate with Director of Turf & Grounds to ensure field conditions are to the team and MLS/MLS Next Pro standards  Work MLS games, NWSL games and third-party events at Inter.co Stadium based on business needs  Assist with Orlando City B game coverage at Osceola County Stadium based on business needs  Create and maintain good working relationships with all MLS coaches and soccer operations staff  Other duties as assigned    QUALIFICATIONS  It’s never just a job at Orlando City SC.  It’s a way of life. We live and breathe soccer and entertainment. We believe each role is as unique as the person who does it. To join our team, you will also possess these qualifications:  Must possess a High School diploma or G.E.D. or equivalent  Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License  1-3 years of grounds maintenance-related work experience, with soccer-specific experience preferred  Bachelor’s degree in Turf Grass Science, Horticulture, or related field preferred.  Candidate should possess or have the ability to obtain the Florida Commercial Pesticide Applicator License  Ability to operate turf-related equipment (i.e., tractors, mowers, aerifiers, field paint machines).  Possess excellent written/verbal communication skills, be detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and adapt to change.  Ability to resolve concerns expeditiously and independently.  Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time and in various weather conditions.  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).  The ability to attain and maintain Safesport certification.  The ability to pass a background screening.   Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.  Ability to walk and stand for short periods of time.  Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.