What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Groundskeeper position at Botany and Plant Pathology Department at Purdue University?
Job Description
Job Summary
Purdue University and its Intercollegiate Athletics Department are looking for an entry-level groundskeeper at the Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex. The candidate must have the ability to build relationships and work among a diverse workforce at all levels. As a golf course groundskeeper, you will perform all general golf turf maintenance operations including mowing, bunker maintenance, hand-trimming, aeration, top-dressing and seeding of new and existing turf. You will become familiar with the operation of all golf turf maintenance equipment and perform general equipment repair.
Who We Are At Purdue University
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We’re Looking For
Administrative and Operational Support 2
Education
Typically requires a high school diploma/GED
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Purdue University and its Intercollegiate Athletics Department are looking for an entry-level groundskeeper at the Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex. The candidate must have the ability to build relationships and work among a diverse workforce at all levels. As a golf course groundskeeper, you will perform all general golf turf maintenance operations including mowing, bunker maintenance, hand-trimming, aeration, top-dressing and seeding of new and existing turf. You will become familiar with the operation of all golf turf maintenance equipment and perform general equipment repair.
Who We Are At Purdue University
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma/GED
- Minimum of 3 years of related work experience working in a golf course maintenance/ grounds position.
- The ability to communicate and adhere to University, Big Ten Conference, and NCAA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations is necessary
- Excellent professionalism in dealing with golf patrons, administrators, coaches and student-athletes
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Motivated individual with the ability to efficiently multi-task, work under pressure, and handle interruptions
- Competencies in judgment, dependability, accountability, integrity, flexibility, and problem-solving
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs
- Some weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period Or Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
- All applications must be held the first 5 business days due to our Equal Opportunity Employment policy
- Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
- Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
- Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Administrative and Operational Support 2
Education
Typically requires a high school diploma/GED
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt