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Be Bold.

What You'll Do:

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair golf course equipment, including power mowers, utility vehicles, backhoes, front-end loaders, rototillers, spray rigs, and irrigation equipment.


• Perform preventative maintenance such as changing oil, lubricating components, sharpening reels and blades, and maintaining equipment records.


• Overhaul and repair small engines and restore equipment as needed.


• Assist with painting and refurbishing equipment to extend service life and maintain appearance.

Grounds Operations Support

• Operate light and specialized equipment to support golf course maintenance activities.


• Assist in maintaining high-quality playing surfaces and grounds throughout the golf course.


• Support seasonal and daily grounds maintenance projects as assigned.

Chemical Application & Safety

• Apply fungicides, pesticides, and other turf management products according to established schedules, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.


• Follow environmental stewardship and workplace safety guidelines to ensure responsible chemical handling and application.

Team Collaboration

• Partner with golf course operations and grounds maintenance staff to support daily maintenance objectives.


• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement.


• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Coursework, vocational training, or experience in skilled trades, equipment maintenance, or mechanical repair.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining grounds, landscape, golf course, or turf equipment.


• Knowledge of small engine repair and preventative maintenance practices.


• Ability to safely operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment.


• Experience working with irrigation systems, spray equipment, or turf management operations.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

Minimum Experience

• One year of experience maintaining grounds and landscape equipment, or


• An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.

Choose Duke.

Why Duke?

• Work for one of the nation's leading universities and health systems.


• Be part of a collaborative team committed to excellence in athletics and recreational facilities.


• Access competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and career growth resources.


• Contribute to maintaining a world-class golf course environment that serves the Duke community and its visitors.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $20.00 to USD $27.20. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.