Greenskeeper - Full-time / Part-time

Atkins Golf Club at the University of Illinois is excited to offer an exceptional career opportunity for a full-time Greenskeeper. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service. Seasonal full- and part-time staff will also be hired to assist in maintaining the golf course. Selected applicants will start work between March 1 and May 15.

Responsibilities

• Performs general landscape maintenance using handheld equipment.
• Rakes and maintains sand bunkers.
• Operates small machinery to assist with edging, trimming, and mowing.
• Prepares soil beds for sod, seed, and vegetative material.
• Involved with tasks related to course detail (weed and debris clean-up).
• Assists with golf course set-up procedures.
• Operates utility vehicles for hauling material and removing debris.
• Performs skilled duties related to experience (pruning, plugging, etc.).
• Operates equipment safely and is aware of associates and their prospective work areas.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• One month of related experience or training.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Pay

$17 – $19.50 per hour.