Landscape Assistant

FC Cincinnati is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Part Time Landscape Assistant for the 2026 Major League Soccer Season. The role will aid the Landscape Supervisor in his goal to provide vibrant, unique, consistent, and aesthetically pleasing landscapes and pots. Additionally, you will be trained as an auxiliary groundskeeper to aid in pitch and playing surface management.

• →Assist in all landscape activities between TQL Stadium and Mercy Health Training Center.
• →Mowing, line trimming, watering and overall plant maintenance at both locations.
• →Pruning, spraying, and fertilizing landscapes, pots, and fescue areas.
• →Install and maintain landscapes and large ornamental pots.
• →Assist in snow removal responsibilities as needed.
• →When necessary, assist MHTC/TQLS grounds crew with varying tasks, particularly with winter tasks. i.e., plowing, salting, rolling out pitch covers and collecting them as well.
• →Aid in preparing TQL Stadium’s pitch for all FC Cincinnati matches and dedicated events as necessary.

• Desire for growing knowledge base of all landscape related topics like pest and disease Identification, proper plant management, and selection tactics
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a team environment as well as being a self-starter when needed
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and precision in quality of work as well as excellent follow through
• Ability to consistently be at work on time and flexibility to work long hours to accomplish certain goals
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, and stand/kneel/bend over for extended periods

• Pursuing a degree in Horticulture, landscaping, or related field preferred OR a recent graduate in one of the described fields
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to accomplish goals in a timely manner
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize daily objectives
• Self-motivating needs to be able to work alone on tasks as well as with a group when needed

• FCC welcome gifts
• Resume and profile reviews
• Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Discount off team store merchandise
• Job shadow opportunities
• Paid hourly and/or college credit opportunities

Founded 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. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.