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The role will aid the Turf Operations Department in providing a safe, consistent, and aesthetically pleasing field at TQL Stadium in the West End. This is a part-time position averaging 20-25 hours per week. This is an hourly paid position and college credit is also available if needed.\nPlease note this position is allotted for the 2027 MLS Sprint Season, which runs from February through April. However, there may be an opportunity for continued employment during the 2027-2028 season based on organizational needs and individual performance.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nAssist TQL Stadium grounds crew in the day-to-day operations\nConduct testing procedures for performance control to meet MLS standards\nAid in preparing TQL Stadium’s pitch for all FC Cincinnati matches and special events as necessary\nMaintain effective daily operations and make suggestions for process improvements when necessary\nAssist in implementing sports turf management best practices, such as aerification, fertilizing, integrated pest management, field lining, as well as chemical applications\n What You’ll Bring:\nPositive upbeat attitude\nStrong attention to detail\nExcellent follow through and judgment\nAble to work independently, with minimal supervision\nAbility to work on a team to accomplish common goals\nDesire for growing knowledge of all turfgrass related topics\nStrong ability to multitask in a fast-paced working environment\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a team environment\nExceptional time management skills and ability to accomplish goals in a timely manner\nAbility to demonstrate accuracy and precision in quality of work as well as excellent follow through\nAbility to consistently be at work on time, follow instructions, and respond to management directions\nPhysical Requirements:\nAbility to work in various weather conditions including heat, cold, and rain\nAbility to push pull and lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout the workday\nAbility to work in various positions, including but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time.\nWhat You’ll Need:\nPursuing a degree in turf management, horticulture, or related field or recent graduate with related experience\nAbility to work outside of regular business hours including but not limited to weekends and holidays as required by the FCC game schedule and major stadium events\nReliable means of getting to work \nWhy You’ll Love FCC:\nFCC welcome gifts\nResume and profile reviews\nTour of TQL Stadium and MHTC\nCommunity volunteer opportunities\nDiscount off team store merchandise\nJob shadow opportunities\nPaid hourly and/or college credit opportunities\nAbout FCC\nFounded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield - the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season - and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. 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