Groundskeeper

Pikewood National Golf Club, located southeast of Morgantown, WV, has been ranked by Forbes Magazine as #2 among “The Five Hardest Golf Courses in the U.S.” and by Golf Digest as #18 among “America’s 20 Hardest Golf Courses”, #79 among "The World Top 200 Greatest Courses" in 2018, # 33 among "America's Greatest 100 Golf Courses” in 2021, and "Best New Private Course" in 2009. In 2011 Link magazine listed Pikewood National #7 on its "Top 10 One-Hit Wonders". The course takes full advantage of the picturesque West Virginia Mountains boasting breath-taking vistas on nearly every hole. Pikewood National is a private 18 hole golf course which is highly exclusive to members who enjoy golf at its purest state. This is a great opportunity to work with a crew that is highly motivated to become successful in this industry. The grass varieties at Pikewood National are: Greens (A1/A4 bentgrass), Approaches, Tees, Fairways (L93), Rough (Kentucky bluegrass and fescue mix), and Native areas (fescue) Position Summary: We are looking for a highly motivated individual, who could fill our Full Time Seasonal Role. Lift at least 50lbs Daily walking could range from 3 miles to 15 miles with frequent bending and kneeling. Safely operate specialty handheld and riding equipment while following oral and written directions and training. Work outside in various conditions: heat, cold, wind, and rain. Maintain a clean and safe working environment on the course, in the grounds shop, and all related areas. Ability to work effectively in a TEAM-oriented work environment. Have a high attention to detail. Chance for full time employment with benefits Daily Tasks Would Include, but not Limited To: Maintain all areas of the golf course: specialty turf, sand bunkers, trees, flowers and shrubs Possible spraying/fertilizing tasks after experience is gained Performing in-house construction projects such as removing and laying sod, seeding, shaping and grading soil for drainage, and tree/shrub planting. Pulling weeds Using various hand tools such as rakes, shovels, tamps, brooms, and various other tools pertaining to golf course maintenance. Using small power equipment such as string trimmers, push-mowers, hover mowers, edgers, and blowers, etc. Operating utility carts, including some with manual transmissions. Hand watering of turf and ornamental areas. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: Morgantown, WV 26508: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s): Are you at least 18 years of age or older? Experience: Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person