Somebody has to be the Rocket City Trash Panda. Interested in the job?

You can't be too tall and you have to be a lot of fun. And you – or at least the you that's inside the costume – may become famous.

Indeed, it’s a real job and the Trash Pandas are seeking applicants.

The mascot will attend all 70 home games next season from April through August as well as make special appearances in the community throughout the year.

What else you need to know, according to the team:

Must be 18 or older with reliable transportation.

At least 5”4 - 5’6 is max height with a lean, to medium build to fit into the costume.

You must be a highly skilled performer with a great ability to improvise and animate.

Previous experience as an animator, character, mascot or interactive entertainer is a plus. Seeking people in good physical condition with skills in dancing, tumbling, gymnastics or acrobatics.

Must be good with children and be an outgoing people person.

Most games are in the evening and dates will include weekends. Please note our mascot performs outside in summer months and must take into consideration the likelihood for high temperatures.

Additional appearance requests will be all calendar year.

Compensation is on a per game basis and will be paid bi-weekly.

The Rocket City Trash Panda will be a north Alabama staple.

If you think you can captivate an audience, and uphold the standards of Minor League Baseball, then we invite you to apply.

For more information on the job or to submit your application, click here.