Grounds Crew

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Empls

LEAD courses

Attend non-revenue sporting events for

Childcare discounts

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University’s Lonnie Poole Golf Course in Raleigh, NC seeks reliable Grounds Crew team members for a temporary, hourly role. You will assist with landscaping, turf maintenance, and course upkeep under supervision, and may operate golf course equipment.

Responsibilities include mowing, sodding, sprinkler maintenance, and basic fencing/tree work. Minimum requirements: high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift 50 lbs, and ability to work flexible hours including

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods in outside conditions.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including mornings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Landscaping and sodding.
• Cutting grass on tee boxes, fairways, roughs, fringes and greens; golf course upkeep.
• Sprinkler system maintenance, fencing and tree trimming.
• Operate golf course equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Dependability

Time management

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mowers

Tee mowers

Fairway mowers

Rough mowers

Rollers

Bunker rakes

Carts

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: PG196123TM

Position Number: 47LPGROUNDSCREW0726

Position Type: Temporary

The Lonnie Poole Golf Course is seeking reliable and energetic individuals to Join our Pack as a Groundskeeper.

Essential Job Duties:

• Landscaping and sodding
• Applying fertilizer and pesticides on and around the course under the direct supervision of an employee who is licensed in Ornamental & Turf Pest Control
• Cutting grass on the tee boxes, fairways, roughs, fringes and greens
• Golf course upkeep
• Sprinkler system maintenance, fencing and tree trimming

Equipment used includes, but not limited to, 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.

As a temporary employee, you are eligible for the following temporary employee perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

This is an hourly position, that includes a State required 32-day break at the end of 11 months. Superior work performance may provide an opportunity to renew employment and/or advance into a benefits eligible permanent position.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
• Childcare discounts
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs
• Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State: Raleigh, NC

Department: Lonnie Poole Golf Course

System Information

Classification Title: Temporary-Skilled Trades

Working Title: Grounds Crew

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule: Flexible including early morning, week-ends, evenings, and week-days

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Be an ambassador for NC State University as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success.
• Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Department Required Skills:

• Be dependable, manage time efficiently, and work independently to complete daily activities and assignments according to work schedule.
• Use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time in outside conditions, and perform strenuous physical labor.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs without assistance frequently.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the public.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

• Experience working in a golf course environment.
• Experience performing the following work duties: landscaping; sodding; applying fertilizer and pesticides on and around the course; cutting grass on the tee boxes, fairways, roughs, fringes and greens; golf course upkeep, sprinkler system maintenance, fencing, tree trimming.
• Previous experience using any of the following equipment: 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.

Required License or Certification: N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required? No

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range: $15

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date: 07/27/2026

Applicant Information

Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/233012

EEO

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The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with an Office of Equal Opportunity representative.

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