Golf Course Maintenance / Agronomy Intern

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Golf Course Maintenance / Agronomy Intern

Department: Golf Course Maintenance

Reports To: Golf Course & Grounds Manager

Supervises: N/A

Classification: Non-Exempt

Prepared By: Director of Team Member Engagement

Prepared Date: 2/07/2024

SUMMARY

Mountain Lake is a historic gated community in Lake Wales, approximately 55 miles from Orlando, Florida. Founded in 1916, Mountain Lake was developed with the help of Frederick Olmstead III, and noted golf course architect Seth Raynor. The golf course is often ranked in the top 100 courses in the country. Mountain Lake built the "Colony House" in 1916, which is a seasonal hotel with approximately 32 rooms, and is open for three meals a day from October 1 to May 1.

The course has Tif-eagle bermudagrass greens, Zoysia grass tees and 419 bermudagrass fairways and rough. The Club has retained golf course architect, Tyler Rae, to develop an enhancement plan for the golf course greens and bunkers. This restoration is scheduled to begin summer of 2026.

Golf Course Maintenance/Agronomy Intern works directly under the supervision of the Golf Course & Grounds Manager and Senior Assistant Superintendent and is responsible for the maintenance and care of the golf course and related grounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Basic walkmowing (greens, collars/approaches, tees), bunker raking, cutting cups, course setup

2. Flymow bunker faces

3. Basic weedeating, edging, blowing, etc.

4. Mow fairways

5. Aerify and verticut greens and fairways

6. Topdress playing surfaces

7. Irrigation maintenance/repairs

8. Walk-spreading fertilizers

9. Assist in irrigation repair and maintenance

10. Sod laying

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other work-related duties and special projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL OF:

ð Equipment associated with Golf Maintenance

ð Basic golf etiquette

ABILITY TO:

ð Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

ð Meet time schedules, deadlines, and plan and organize work

ð Work confidently with discretion and independently with little direction

ð Work cooperatively with others using tact, patience, and courtesy

ð Work with other team members in a positive manner

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

ð Currently enrolled in a Golf Course Maintenance or Agronomy major (or working towards)

ð At least 6 months of Golf Maintenance experience

ð Knowledgeable of basic golf etiquette

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

ð Valid driver license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Must be able to sit and stand for a prolonged period of time.

· Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

· Must be able to stoop and kneel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member works in an outdoor/golf course environment. In this environment:

· Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.

· Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and temperatures.

· Moderate to loud noise level in the work environment.

EEO STATEMENT

Mountain Lake does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Housing is also available for a small fee.