Cart Attendant

Georgia Southwestern State University; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Southwestern State University is seeking a part-time Cart Attendant responsible for operating and maintaining gas-powered golf carts at the Golf and Conference Center.

The role includes ensuring carts are clean, fueled, and securely stored, as well as assisting guests and staff. Ideal candidates should possess a strong customer service orientation and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and event days.
• Prior experience in golf, hospitality, or facilities support is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains gas-powered golf carts for guest and staff use.
• Cleans and prepares golf carts for use.
• Picks up and manages driving range balls.
• Coordinates transportation logistics and supports event setup.
• Performs general support tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of gas-powered vehicle operation

Strong communication skills

Attention to cleanliness and guest service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Job Title

Cart Attendant

Location

Americus, Georgia

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job ID

286072

About Us

Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.

Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the operation, coordination, cleaning, and secure storage of gas-powered golf carts, as well as driving range support at the Golf and Conference Center. The attendant ensures that carts are clean, fueled, available, and safely stored; assists with transporting guests and staff; and picks up range balls to maintain a professional and welcoming golf environment.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains gas-powered golf carts for guest and staff use. (40%)
  • Drives carts to assist with transportation for events and daily operations.
  • Fuels carts and monitors them for safe and proper use.
  • Secures and locks all golf carts in storage at the end of each shift.
  • Assists with basic checks (e.g., tire pressure, fuel level) and reports any concerns.
• Cleans and prepares golf carts for use. (20%)
  • Wipes down seats, steering wheels, and touchpoints between uses.
  • Removes trash and ensures carts are presentable for guests.
  • Maintains a tidy and organized cart staging area.
• Picks up and manages driving range balls. (20%)
  • Retrieves range balls using a ball collection cart and equipment.
  • Delivers balls to the washing station and restocks the range.
  • Reports any issues with range equipment.
• Coordinates transportation logistics and supports event setup. (10%)
  • Assigns carts and assists with route planning for events.
  • Provides brief safety instructions to new cart users.
  • Assists with setup and support during tournaments, meetings, and special functions.
• Performs general support tasks. (10%)
  • Maintains cart and range usage logs.
  • Offers guest assistance and directions as needed.
  • Follows all safety procedures for fueling, transporting, and storing equipment.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in golf, hospitality, or facilities support is a plus.
• Valid State of Georgia driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and event days.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to cleanliness and guest service.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of gas-powered vehicle operation and basic maintenance.
• Understanding of cleanliness standards in a hospitality setting.
• Skill in safely operating carts and range collection equipment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures for security and cleaning.
• Familiarity with golf course or event operations is a plus.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at [e-mail].

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at 877-251-2644 or [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.