JOB SUMMARY: Assist the Sports Turf & Grounds Department with the maintenance of the landscape, grounds, and athletic fields at Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit.  Assist the Empower Field at Mile High Turf Department with in-season maintenance and preparation of stadium field and landscape.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

Assist with landscape maintenance operations at Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit

• Execute daily maintenance plans around the property including but not limited to fine turf areas, native grass areas, planting beds, trees, and shrubs.
• Perform cultural practices including mowing, trimming, pruning, edging, fertilizer and pesticide applications, aerification, seeding, monitoring irrigation and performing repairs, etc.
• Assist in the maintenance of all equipment, materials, and supplies required for landscape maintenance operations.
• Communicate with Turf staff landscape needs and maintenance requirements.
• Support snow removal operations on property.
• Assist in maintenance of snow removal equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Perform regular maintenance of drainage areas, including detention ponds and sediment basins.
• Work with department staff executing projects on property.
• Maintain property in safe, functional, and presentable manner for all users and visitors.

Assist with turf maintenance and game preparation at Empower Field at Mile High

• Assist in turf maintenance and other tasks including, but not limited to, field renovation, painting field and logos, tarp placement, grow light deployment, and snow removal.
• Operate utility vehicles, tractors, mowers, string trimmers, hand tools, and other equipment.
• Assist with the care of the surrounding landscape as needed.
• Work flexible/extended hours as needed to accommodate work requirements including weekends/holidays.
• Keep office and maintenance areas in neat and orderly condition.
• Work around the public in a safe and courteous manner.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and other departments around the stadium.
• Communicate effectively one-on-one and in small group settings.
• Relay essential information to the Turf management team in person or over the phone.
• Assist with set up and strike of playing field for NFL games and special events.
• Work around NFL players and staff in a safe and courteous manner.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned.

Assist with maintenance and upkeep of athletic fields at Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit

• Perform cultural practices including mowing, irrigation troubleshooting and repair, fertility and pesticide applications, seasonal renovations, over-seeding, etc.
• Operate turf maintenance equipment including utility vehicles, tractors, mowers, aerators, string trimmers, blowers, paint machines, hand tools, etc.
• Assist painting athletic field surfaces as needed.
• Execute field setup and strike for team practices and/or special events

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One (1) year experience in landscape, sports field, or golf course maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and in team environment.
• Ability to utilize and operate smart phone.
• Required to work all Denver Broncos home football games and public events as assigned.

PREFFERED SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Two (2) years or more experience in landscape, sports field, or golf course maintenance
• Ability to lead game day staff.
• Excellent work ethic and professionalism.
• Work well independently and in team environment.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.