Albanese & Lutzke

Superintendent  

Location: LYNX Golf Course, 900 Lincoln Road, Otsego, MI 49078  
Position Available: ASAP  
Salary: $50,000-$56,000, based on experience  
Position Length: Full Time  

Facility Operation: 

The LYNX Golf Course is an 18-hole facility designed by Charlie and Jon Scott located in  Otsego, Michigan. The course is 25 years old and over the past ten years the course has  undergone continuous improvements in conditioning, playability, equipment and overall  maintenance practices. These improvements have made the LYNX a must play in  Southwest Michigan.  

Job Description: 

Seeking a Superintendent to manage the maintenance staff and the day-to-day operations. The  Superintendent will get hands-on experience in every aspect of the operation. Retiring  Superintendent will be available to transition new Superintendent into this role. This is a working  managers position, where the expectations are as follows:  

∙ The Superintendent will be responsible for a 5–9 member crew while completing own tasks.  Hires, schedules, trains, supervises, and evaluates all personnel  

∙ Team oriented, positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile  

∙ Ability to properly apply/calibrate fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides.  

∙ Ability to manage course moisture levels through the irrigation system and/or hand watering.  ∙ A mechanical aptitude to keep equipment running minimizing maintenance costs  ∙ Willingness to work weekly hours necessary to ensure facility maintenance standards  ∙ Conducts other appropriate tasks assigned by the general manager.  

Requirements:  

∙ 2 or 4-year degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Turfgrass Management, or related field  preferred  

∙ Valid Michigan state pesticide license or ability to obtain on within 30 days  ∙ Experience with spraying fertilizers/pesticides, calibrating equipment, and knowledge of turf  products.  

∙ Proficient knowledge of irrigation and drainage systems.  

∙ Possession of a valid driver's license and reliable transportation  

∙ Pride in maintaining an organized, safe, and clean working environment  ∙ Basic computer skills  

Benefits: 

∙ Competitive salary based on experience, Bonus opportunity based on goal achievements  ∙ Health Benefits  

∙ Paid Vacation  

∙ Dues to Local and National Associations  

∙ Golfing privileges  

Contact: Jim Szilagyi, General Manager 

Contact Email: jim@lynxgc.com 

Contact Phone: (269) 303-4998 cell, (269) 694-5969 office

OAKLAND COUNTY MICHIGAN

Oakland County Michigan is currently hiring for a Groundkeeper II located in Waterford, Michigan. Under limited supervision, performs various duties involved in landscaping and maintaining County grounds and parking areas including mowing lawns, fertilizing, planting and transplanting trees, flowers, bushes and shrubs. Maintains flowers, trees and shrubs by watering, pruning, trimming, fertilizing and applying insecticides and chemicals under direction to control pests and disease. Operates power groundskeeping, landscape construction and snow removal equipment and drives heavy trucks. Maintains records of materials, time and equipment used in projects. Is responsible for performing snow removal and emergency duties on an on-call basis.

At the time of application, applicants must:

1.Be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate; OR have completed the state requirements for a G.E.D. certificate; OR be an emancipated minor; OR have passed their 18th birthday.

2. Have had at least two (2) years of full-time work experience in all aspects of Grounds keeping including turf care and assisting in the planting, pruning, fertilizing, and spraying of flowers, trees and shrubs;

3. Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date. When assigned to FM&O, must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a group “A” designation with airbrakes.

NOTE: Employees without the required CDL at time of application must obtain it by the end of the six month probationary period, at the employee’s expense.

4. Possess a Commercial Pesticide Applicator's Certification from the Michigan Department Of Agriculture in the following categories: Turf Grass, Ornamental Plants, and Right of Way.

5. Pass the complete examination including the employment medical established for this classification.

6. Successfully complete the six months probationary period.

Applicant can go to www.oakgov.com/jobs to apply!

Pure Turf & Tree handles Lawn Fertilization and Plant Health Care for residential and commercial properties mainly in Macomb and Oakland Counties. We are looking to hire technicians, and we place a high priority on enlisting team members who can deliver quality results, who possess excellent people skills, and who are oriented to meeting and exceeding goals. Visit our website or reach out to us at info@pureturfandtree.com for more information.

www.pureturfandtree.com

Stine turf & snow

Stine Turf & Snow is adding to our growing team! Located in Durand, MI and serving Central and Southern MI. we offer an hourly wage with time and a half over 40 hours. Benefits include laundered uniforms, paid time off, holiday pay, free lawn care for your home, and sales commission.

Your job descriptions as a lawn care technician would include but not be limited to the following:

Measuring, mixing, and applying fertilizers and pesticides to residential and commercial sites

Clean, maintain, andwith  operate lawn care equipment

Perform and discuss customers lawn analysis’, evaluations, and estimates

Train new pesticide applicators

Skill set required:

Must possess a Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (or have the ability to do so within 30 days of employment) and possess at a minimum of a 3A (Turfgrass) and 6 (Right-of-Way) categories. (We pay for training materials, training, and the test)

Clean driving record

Ability to lift 60 lbs consistently

Ability to obtain a DOT medical card

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

To apply, visit stinelawn.com or call or text us at 989-666-1200

http://www.stinelawn.com/

Turfgrass professionals, are you hiring?

The Michigan Turfgrass Foundation is now offering a new, jobs board resource for the turfgrass industry on our website, michiganturfgrass.org. Industry partners will now be able to post job openings, include a logo and a link to their own website or social media listing.

Ads will run for two full months on michiganturfgrass.org (unless the position is filled) and can be renewed for as many months as needed. Listings will also be shared via MTF social media outlets. The cost will be $0.50 per word. It will be offered to MTF Members at no charge.

To list on michiganturfgrass.org: use the button link to send us an email with wording, external link and attached logo.

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Golf Turf Management

Training in the Golf Turf Management program is directed toward preparing the student for a career as a golf course superintendent. This 18 month technical training program consists of two 15-week semesters and two 10-week semesters, for a total of 54 credits. A certificate is granted at the completion of the program requirements.

Sports and Commercial Turf Management

The turfgrass industry has a multitude of interesting and exciting career opportunities. The Sports and Commercial Turf Management program is offered to students interested in specializing in a career in the sports or commercial turf management area. This integrated program emphasizes the science and art of turf management. Additional areas of skills include landscape, mechanical, and business. The core of the learning experience is the placement training received on-the-job with pay. A certificate is granted at the completion of the program requirements.

Learn more about the 2 year programs at MSU