Golf Course Groundskeeper — Outdoor Turf Maintenance

North-Carolina-State-University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Grounds Crew member for Lonnie Poole Golf Course to support daily maintenance and course presentation. The role involves outdoor work, adherence to a set schedule, and teamwork with campus dining and facilities operations.

The position requires physical stamina, reliability, and the ability to work independently to maintain high-quality playing conditions at the course.

Qualifications

• High school or GED diploma and the competencies necessary to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• North Carolina Pesticide License may be required and can be obtained within six months of employment; North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License may be required.
• Experience with golf maintenance/lawn care/landscaping; Working knowledge and applicability of tools, methods, and materials used in golf course and ground maintenance; Operational knowledge of equipment used: walking and riding mowers, tee mowers, fairway mowers, rough mowers, rollers, bunker rakes, carts, push mowers, and a variety of powered and non-powered hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all areas of golf course groundskeeping.
• Perform landscaping, sodding, and general course upkeep.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides on and around the course.
• Mow and maintain fairways, roughs, fringes, and greens.
• Operate and maintain golf course maintenance equipment.
• Complete daily assignments independently and according to work schedules.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NC State University is seeking a Grounds Crew member for Lonnie Poole Golf Course to support daily maintenance and course presentation. The role involves outdoor work, adherence to a set schedule, and teamwork with campus dining and facilities operations.

The position requires physical stamina, reliability, and the ability to work independently to maintain high-quality playing conditions at the course.