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National Sports Center

Equipment Operator

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Blaine, MN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.

$39,433 / year median in Minnesota

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

The National Sports Center is seeking applicants for the 2026 summer outdoor season to assist in the maintenance and setup of a golf course and athletic fields. This includes an 18-hole golf course, 50+ natural and synthetic athletic fields, and campus grounds.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Responsible for the daily setup of the golf course and athletic fields. Responsible for mowing and maintaining high quality turf. Assist in irrigation maintenance. Assist in marking and painting various athletic fields. Responsible for mulching, weeding, and pruning landscape beds, shrubs, and trees. Responsible for hand trimming. Responsible for seeding and sodding projects. Responsible for cleaning and maintaining equipment and maintenance facility. Performs any assigned duty before, during, and after an event. Performs related work as required and as directed.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Knowledge of golf course and athletic field maintenance practices. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and the proper use of safety practices. Ability to operate various pieces of maintenance equipment. Ability to understand and carry out instructions to complete work assignments correctly and efficiently. Ability to perform manual labor, including standing, sitting, kneeling, and bending for an extended period of time, under various conditions. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds. Ability to work in all weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, rain, and snow. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and employees within all departments. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evenings as required. Previous experience on a golf course or athletic fields, but not required. Knowledge and safe operation of maintenance equipment or ability to learn.