Golf Course Groundskeeper — Weekend/Holiday Availability

Oakland University; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland University’s 2465 - Golf Courses seeks a motivated Maintenance worker to maintain the primary golf course playing surfaces and landscaped areas under supervision. This entry-level role emphasizes reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends and holidays during the season.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, less than one year of golf course maintenance experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Less than one (1) year of golf course maintenance experience.
• Must have completed less than nine (9) academic hours in landscape technology or a directly related field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the University by the University’s insurance carrier.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays during the season.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Head and Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, maintain the primary golf course playing surfaces and landscaped areas.

Skills

Driver's license

Weekend/holiday availability

Golf course maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

<9 academic hours in landscape technology or related field

Tools

State of Michigan pesticide applications certification

Job description

Oakland University’s 2465 - Golf Courses seeks a motivated Maintenance worker to maintain the primary golf course playing surfaces and landscaped areas under supervision. This entry-level role emphasizes reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends and holidays during the season.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, less than one year of golf course maintenance experience, and a valid driver’s license.