Golf Course Maintenance

Job Overview Job Title: Part-time Golf Course Maintenance Location: Americus, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 1010 About Us Georgia Southwestern State University – a four-year institution – cultivates excellence in learning and teaching that encourages intellectual, personal, and social growth for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Georgia Southwestern State University is a comprehensive state university within the University System of Georgia that offers a full range of bachelor degree programs, along with selected master’s and specialist degree programs. Georgia Southwestern is committed to serving the needs of its developing region with educational programs for high school, for professional and technical graduates; post-graduate professional training; research and business services; and cultural enrichment. Through its national and international affiliations, the University links Southwest Georgia with the global economy and actively fosters a greater understanding of international business and culture. Job Summary This is a part-time position. Responsibilities include mowing grass, raking bunkers, running small machinery such as weed eaters and backpack blowers, and various other lawn maintenance type activities associated with a golf course. Responsibilities • Mow grass and maintain turf areas for the golf course. • Rake bunkers and assist with course conditioning. • Operate small machinery and hand/power tools used in golf course maintenance (e.g., weed eaters, backpack blowers). • Perform other lawn maintenance activities as needed to support course operations. Required Qualifications • Must be able to operate equipment and hand/power tools used in golf course maintenance. • Must be willing to work outside as part of a team. • Weekend and holiday work required. • Ability to communicate and interpret written and oral directions. • Current valid driver’s license. Documents to Attach Please attach a resume and contact information for three references. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2. Additional information and related policies can be found online at the provided policy links. Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen. Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.