Grounds Crew Member

Job Title: Grounds Crew Member

Department/Group: Grounds Crew

Reports To: Field Superintendent

Position Type: Seasonal

Summary The Worcester Red Sox Grounds Crew is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the upcoming 2026 baseball season. Ideal applicants have a background in athletic field maintenance or landscaping and are interested in a career in the sports industry. The Worcester Red Sox Grounds Crew is responsible for the overall maintenance and care of the Polar Park playing field - home to the AAA affiliate of the Boston Red Sox.

Role And Responsibilities

• Assist Field Superintendent with professional daily field maintenance including clay and infield maintenance, mowing, edging, sodding, cultural practices, fertilizer and chemical applications, irrigation repair, and other duties as assigned.
• Game Preparation including chalking, dragging, painting home plate and mound, assisting with watering of infield, adding conditioner when needed, and cleaning bases.
• Cleaning and maintenance of workshop, equipment, warning track, bullpens, and field.
• Assist with rain situations including pulling tarps; mound, home plate, and large infield tarp.
• Assist with Batting Practice set up and tear down including putting down protective mats, staging all necessary screens, and assisting with large Batting Practice Cage.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of non-baseball events held at Polar Park.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work long, nontraditional hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays
• Physical stamina for an extensive number of steps each day
• Tolerance to work outdoors in less-than-ideal weather conditions
• Ability to carry 50+ lbs

Preffered Skills

• Background in athletic field maintenance or landscaping

Through the intersection of baseball and family entertainment, the Worcester Red Sox strive to be an organization whose people, culture, and practices reflect the acceptance, advocacy, and celebration of diversity and individuality that we expect of society. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.