Tennis Groundskeeper

Position Title: Tennis Groundskeeper

Department: Tennis

Reports To: Head Tennis Professional

Location: Tennis Courts

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Who We Are

Audubon Nature Institute comprises Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Insectarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park

At Audubon Nature Institute, we are more than a collection of parks, museums, and conservation centers-we are a dedicated team with a shared mission to celebrate, protect, and connect people to the wonders of nature. Our work is guided by our culture code, which is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in Activating Impact by integrating tangible, real-world outcomes into all our initiatives, fostering a culture where every action contributes to a positive environmental impact. We are committed to Empowering Optimism, using positivity to inspire others to act and believe in their capacity to create meaningful change. We strive to Create Connection by engaging with people from all walks of life, knowing that the collective strength of a diverse community can address the most pressing challenges facing our natural world. At Audubon, we embody the spirit of Le Bon Temps, infusing the joy and vibrant culture of Louisiana into our everyday work, celebrating our unique heritage while advancing our mission. As Leaders of the Pack, we constantly seek smarter, innovative solutions, challenging conventions to drive the change we want to see in the world.

What You'll Do

This position will perform routine court maintenance duties and manual labor including the care of the grounds, tennis courts, and facilities to ensure that all guests receive the proper Audubon Experience during each visit.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Reports all maintenance and service needs to the Head Tennis Professional in a timely manner to ensure safe operations
• Follows the informal and formal departmental standards, policies and procedures, and goals to promote service excellence
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Responsible for maintaining clay court surfaces
• Responsible for cleaning the restrooms and picking up litter in the court areas
• Empties trash cans in buildings, restrooms, and walkways
• Performs duties effectively without constant supervision
• Performs various other job duties as needed and directed by the Head Tennis Professional

Additional/Overall Skills:

• Maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of accountability, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute.
• Thrive in a team environment, using your organizational and technical skills to ensure the smooth execution of creative projects that resonate with our audience.
• Celebrate the successes of your team and bring enthusiasm to your work, reflecting the joyful culture that is at the heart of Audubon's mission.
• Stay adaptable and open to learning new skills, embracing change and innovation as opportunities to lead and grow.
• The above listed duties are general statements of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. They do not exclude other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Must Haves:

• Experience with manual labor specifically working outdoors
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma

Nice-to-Haves: (preferred for the role)

• Experience working on clay courts
• Experience playing tennis
• Knowledge of operating clay court irrigation system

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work: exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, or a necessary amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves walking or standing for extended periods of time.
• Sitting or standing, bending, stooping, and the ability to carry items weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Constant adequate range of motion and mobility required.
• Regular near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less required.
• Typical ability to collect and analyze numerical and written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions and ability to determine the time, place and sequence of operations or actions required.
• Regular talking and the ability to express and exchange ideas by means of language expected.
• Regular hearing and the ability to perceive the nature of sounds.
• Constant ability to read, record, or type data quickly and accurately required.