Labor/Operator – Golf Course Construction

Duininck; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Housing or Per Diem

Health Plans

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

PPE Provided

401K with Match

Travel Incentives

Job summary

Duininck Golf is seeking a seasonal full-time Construction Assistant to support golf course projects across the United States. This role involves physical labor and operation of small equipment, with a typical 60-hour week and travel to job sites.

Competitive pay $22–$28 per hour, plus benefits such as PTO, housing or per diem, health, dental & vision, life insurance, and a 401K with company match. Must be 18+, and able to lift 50 lbs, wear PPE, and work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, landscaping, or golf course work preferred.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs and perform strenuous labor.
• Able to travel extensively across the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction tasks such as shoveling, raking, trenching, and grading.
• Operate small equipment (mini skid steers, walk-behind trenchers, compactors, tractors, sod cutters) safely and efficiently.
• Assist with installation of drainage, irrigation, bunkers, turf, and other golf course features.
• Follow detailed layout instructions and grading specifications under supervision.
• Load and unload materials, tools, and supplies at the job site.
• Maintain and perform basic checks on equipment; report damage or needed service.
• Support project progress by collaborating with the team.
• Observe all safety guidelines and wear PPE as required.
• Typical work week is Monday–Saturday, approximately 60 hours.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Skills

Heavy labor

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Mini skid steers

Walk-behind trenchers

Compactors

Tractors

Sod cutters

Job description

Duininck is a fourth generation 100 year family led company focused on building strong communities through our relationships with customers employees subcontractors and vendors We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale Duininck Golf is a nationally recognized leader in golf course construction specializing in renovations restorations re models and new course development Our mission is to build excellence guided by one standard Building the Best Golf This seasonal full time position comes with a strong benefits package

Benefits

• Competitive pay range of 22 to 28 per hour based on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Company paid housing or per diem and other travel incentives
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Company Paid Life insurance & Short Term Disability
• Position specific personal protective equipment provided
• 401K with company match and more

This position with Duininck Golf offers the opportunity to support golf course construction projects This role involves physical labor as well as the safe operation of small equipment such as skid steers walk behind trenchers compactors tractors and other hand operated machinery Must be able to travel for extended periods of time across the United States All team members must have reliable transportation to get to job sites

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction tasks such as shoveling raking trenching and grading
• Operate small equipment eg mini skid steers walk behind trenchers compactors tractors sod cutters safely and effectively; always maintaining awareness of surroundings including fellow team members elevation changes and underground utilities
• Assist with installation of drainage irrigation bunkers turf and other golf course features
• Follow detailed layout instructions and grading specifications under supervision
• Load and unload materials tools and supplies at the job site
• Maintain clean and perform basic checks on all equipment before and after use; reports any damage or needed service to Project Superintendent or Assistant Project Superintendent
• Support the overall progress of the project by working collaboratively with the team
• Observe all safety guidelines and wear always required PPE
• Typical work week is Monday Saturday estimated 60 hours a week
• Must be at least 18 years old

Work Environment

• Regularly be able to move around a construction site
• Walk bend kneel lift stretch and sit
• At times effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to travel for extended periods of time across the United States

What we Look For

• Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up if you see unsafe behavior or conditions
• Experience in construction landscaping or golf course work preferred
• Basic experience operating small construction or landscaping equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain hot and cold temperatures rain mud sun underbrush
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs and perform strenuous labor throughout the workday
• Strong work ethic reliability and the ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Valid drivers license preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race creed religion color national origin sex age disability genetics marital status sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or citizenship status If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law please click here