Assistant Groundskeeper

This position has been filled - Job#: 453365199

Job Summary

The Frederick Keys are looking for an Assistant Groundskeeper. This position is an integral part of the Frederick Keys. The Assistant

Groundskeeper will work hand-in-hand with the Head Groundskeeper to maintain one of the top playing surfaces in the Carolina League.

We are looking for someone with both prior experience and the desire to gain even more experience. This is an opportunity to gain

management experience and be involved in all aspects of maintaining the Harry Grove Stadium playing surface.

Job Description – Assist in planning, supervising and executing the maintenance of Harry Grove Stadium. The Assistant

Groundskeeper is a seasonal position which runs From March thru October (8 months). The Assistant Groundskeeper is an important

part of maintaining a state of the art playing surface. They will be involved in all on field maintenance including mowing, field

marking, fertilization, irrigation, mound and plate repair, edging, skin maintenance, tarping, batting practice setup, aerification, and set

up for extra events that will be held at Harry Grove Stadium. The Assistant Groundskeeper will also be overseeing other grounds

crew members including the Turf Intern and Gameday Grounds Crew members.

Harry Grove Stadium - Located in historic Frederick, Maryland, Harry Grove stadium was opened in 1990. The facility is home

to the Frederick Keys, Carolina League affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. A half million dollar field renovation was completed in the

fall of 2006 installing Kentucky Bluegrass on a sand-capped field. Frederick is located directly outside both Baltimore, MD and

Washington DC.

Requirements - Candidates must have prior turf experience along with a strong work ethic, a desire to learn and have working

knowledge of the maintenance of sports fields; the seeding, sodding and maintenance practices for sports field turfgrass; the

characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners, herbicides and pest control methods and materials; and

irrigation system, including, pumps and automatic controls. Candidates must be available to start in March and able to work throughout

the entire season. A degree in turf or a related field is preferred but quality of prior experience will be considered heavily if candidate

has no formal education. Candidate must be able to work long hours during the season including weekends and holidays.

Compensation - Monthly stipend of $2000. Meals are provided during game days.

Contact - Please send a résumé (with references) and a cover letter by email to:

Mike Dunn - Head Groundskeeper [email protected] Any questions call: 301-815-9922