Golf Course Grounds Technician

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 57,308,160 - 77,972,160; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Golf Club is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain the golf course and operate maintenance equipment according to established schedules. You will follow OSHA safety rules, communicate with supervisors, and contribute to team maintenance efforts.

A background in skilled trades and at least 1 year of grounds maintenance experience are preferred. Training will be provided, and the role requires teamwork and leadership on assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Educational background normally equivalent a high school with course work in skilled crafts or trades training.
• 1 year experience in maintaining grounds and landscape to acquire knowledge in the operation and maintenance of grounds and landscape equipment.
• OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain golf course grounds and related equipment per daily schedules and supervisor instructions.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, including oil changes, lubrication, and painting.
• Apply herbicides, fungicides, pesticides, and fertilizer according to supervisor instructions and schedules.
• Collaborate with the Administrative Head Golf Course Superintendent and Associate Golf Course Superintendents on maintenance duties.

Education

High school with course work in skilled crafts or trades training

Job description

Duke University Golf Club is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain the golf course and operate maintenance equipment according to established schedules. You will follow OSHA safety rules, communicate with supervisors, and contribute to team maintenance efforts.

A background in skilled trades and at least 1 year of grounds maintenance experience are preferred. Training will be provided, and the role requires teamwork and leadership on assigned tasks.