Intern Golf Course Maintenance Worker, Whistling Straits

Kohler Hospitality; Kohler (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kohler Co. invites applications for a seasonal golf course maintenance internship at Kohler, WI. You will assist the superintendent and staff in daily course operations, and you will gain supervisory skills while working with a staff of 50+ associates.

Shifts are primarily 5:00am - 2:00pm, weekdays and weekends. You must be enrolled in or have completed a turf management program and be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Qualifications

• Understanding levels of course conditioning.
• Must be attending or have completed a turf management program.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• To assist the superintendent and assistants in the operation and management of the golf courses.
• Daily activities include all aspects of golf course maintenance, construction, irrigation, drainage, fertilization and pesticide calibration and application, turfgrass establishment, training, scheduling, and tournament prep.
• Possible projects include new construction, drainage, landscape work, fairway contouring, rogue grass removal, and research tasks.

Skills

Course conditioning

Turf management program

Education

Turf management program

Job description

Opportunity

Beneficial experience working at a multi-course facility. Interns will be encouraged to develop supervisory skills while working with a staff of 50+ associates.

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:

Kohler, WI

Specific Responsibilities

• To assist the superintendent and assistants in the operation and management of the golf courses.
• Daily activities will include, but are not limited to: All aspects of golf course maintenance, Golf Course Construction , Irrigation installation, troubleshooting and repair, Drainage, Fertilizer and Pesticide calibration and application, Turfgrass Establishment, Employee Training, Daily Labor Scheduling and Tournament Preparation.
• Possible Projects: New construction, Drainage, Addition of trees, Landscape of native plants, Fairway contours, Rogue grass removal. Possible Research Work: Research of particular pesticide, Water sampling and testing, Nematode research.

This is a seasonal part-time position. Shifts are primarily 5:00am - 2:00pm, weekdays & weekends.

Skills/Requirements

• Understanding levels of course conditioning (how to determine, how to attain and how to compare with other courses).
• Must be attending or have completed a turf management program.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen.So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com .

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement .