Orbit Mascot Handler Among Many Houston Astros Jobs Available

HOUSTON, TX — The Houston Astros are always looking for the next big baseball prospect to help win another World Series. But behind every sports organization are lots of people who make the business tick tock on a daily basis. From scouts to marketing and accounting to sales ticket takers, a ton of work goes into the process to make it seem so fluid.

The world champion Astros are hiring for several jobs right now through the job recruiting website teamwork online.com.

The job description for handler for mascot Orbits is as follows:

• Accompany Orbit while performing game duties and designated off-site appearances.
• Assist with taking pictures, signing autographs, and improving the overall guest experience.
• Act as the “eyes, ears, and voice” for the mascot performer, including awareness of game progression, in-game scheduling, stadium navigation, fan requests, and potential hazards.
• Carry mascot supplies (autograph cards, t-shirts, props, etc.).
• Assist in the maintaining of the condition of the mascot costume.
• Assist mascot performer with preparation and execution of on-field skits/routines, t-shirt tosses, and provide logistical support during games and appearances.

From the mascot handler to tour guides and even spring training help, here are some jobs open (with application links) with the Astros:

HW Box Office Ticket Seller, Gameday Operations (Spring Training - Florida)

Part-Time Coordinator, 50/50 Raffle (Spring Training - Florida)

Field Operations Crew Member (Spring Training - Florida)

Tour Guide (Minute Maid Park)

Game Day Auditor (Houston)

Communications Internship (Minute Maid Park)

Analytics Trainee, Business Strategy & Analytics (Houston)

Mascot Handler (Houston)

Head Strength & Conditioning Coordinator (Houston)

Retail & Sales Jobs (Houston)

Event Ticket Seller (Houston)

Manager, Premium Sales (Houston)

Image: Houston Astros mascot Orbit waves to fans on the field before the start of their game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Minute Maid Park on July 31, 2015 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)