Sports Turf Internship Job at AEG in Reno

COMPANY BACKGROUND
The Reno Aces, Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, is Northern Nevada's premier professional sports organization deeply rooted in the local community. Located at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains in the heart of downtown Reno, the Aces boast excellence on and off the field.A two-time Pacific Coast League champion (2012 and 2022), the Aces have reached the post-season in two of the last three seasons, while being supported by an outstanding fan base, enjoying the highest attendance at Greater Nevada Field since 2015.
COMPANY VALUES
HOME means Nevada and the Reno Aces pride themselves on the values of Honesty, Opportunity, Memories, and Energy.We are looking to welcome talented individuals who share the organization's core values and are looking to explore professional growth opportunities in the sports industry.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Sports Turf Intern is primarily responsible for the daily maintenance and upkeep of the playing field and surrounding ballpark grounds.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist in all aspects of turfgrass management of the playing field and surrounding stadium grounds
• Conduct daily field maintenance, including mowing, fertilizing, aerating, topdressing, hand watering, mound and home plate repair, bullpen mound repair, infield skin and baseline maintenance, warning track preparation, and tarp pulls
• Assist in preparation for all baseball games and outside events
• Support the Field Operations team in executing daily tasks and long-term projects
• Providing training and support to seasonal groundskeeping staff to ensure tasks are performed to a high standard
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Baseball field maintenance experience
• Ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Knowledge of turfgrass management practices
• Ability to perform labor intensive tasks
• Staff management and time management skills
• Basic equipment troubleshooting skills
• Must respect the privacy of players and coaches
• Completion of a satisfactory background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work in fast-paced environment
• Majority of work is conducted outdoors
• Flexibility to work long hours, evenings and weekends
• Minimal travel required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb stairs
• Ability to walk briskly or run as the position requires

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

1. Why do you want to work for the Reno Aces?