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Purdue University | Lafayette Indiana United states
Expires: April 12, 2026
Req Id: 40732 Job Title: Groundskeeper - Golf City: West Lafayette 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.
What You'll Be Doing:
Purdue Athletics is built on unrivaled pride, unlimited potential, and a sense of shared purpose that unites staff, student-athletes, and the broader community. As part of Purdue’s 150-year legacy, Athletics exemplifies a culture of collaboration, continuous growth, and excellence, where every member is encouraged to strive for success while fostering a positive and supportive environment. Joining Purdue Athletics means joining a team committed to building a better world together—where professional aspirations thrive, innovation is celebrated, and a lasting impact is made on campus and beyond. Read more: Purdue Boilermakers Athletics
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:
Skills needed:
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.
Additional Information:
Compensation Information:
Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S035
Job Code#20003659
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines:
EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA University
Posting Start Date: 2/9/26
Expires: April 12, 2026
Req Id: 40732 Job Title: Groundskeeper - Golf City: West Lafayette 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.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Perform a variety of golf course maintenance duties including mowing, blowing, fertilization, aeration, grooming, seeding, topdressing, chemical applications, edging, painting, and irrigation
- Work with golf maintenance staff in the preparation and maintenance of golf courses for practices, events, and competitions, in accordance with NCAA and Big Ten rules
- Work with golf maintenance staff as well as student/temporary staff to handle routine and non-routine maintenance issues as they arise.
- Make recommendations based on course conditions and implement changes as needed.
- Operation of heavy equipment, such as tractors, skid steer loaders, and forklifts
- Adhere to routine deadlines
- Assist in student/temporary employee training and supervision
- Routine interactions with coaches, administrators, and event staff
- Snow and ice removal for golf facilities
- Perform general equipment maintenance and repairs
- Participate in continuing education opportunities such as seminars, workshops, correspondence courses, and trade shows
- Perform other duties, as assigned
Purdue Athletics is built on unrivaled pride, unlimited potential, and a sense of shared purpose that unites staff, student-athletes, and the broader community. As part of Purdue’s 150-year legacy, Athletics exemplifies a culture of collaboration, continuous growth, and excellence, where every member is encouraged to strive for success while fostering a positive and supportive environment. Joining Purdue Athletics means joining a team committed to building a better world together—where professional aspirations thrive, innovation is celebrated, and a lasting impact is made on campus and beyond. Read more: Purdue Boilermakers Athletics
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma/GED Minimum of 3 years of related work experience working in a golf course maintenance/ grounds position.
Skills needed:
- 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
- MODERATE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.
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.
Additional Information:
- Purdue’s benefits summary
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- Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
Compensation Information:
Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S035
Job Code#20003659
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines:
You must be registered to see links
EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA University
Posting Start Date: 2/9/26
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