Turf Specialist Intern
Hiring Organization:
Haverford College
Employment type: Internship
Job Location: Montgomery County, PA
Application Due Date: February 2, 2024
Turf Specialist Intern Position Description
Reports to: Grounds Manage
Term: Summer 2024: May 28th through August 30th (end date flexible)
When: Monday - Friday 6:30am-3:00pm (40 hours)
Function: The turf specialist intern will receive hands-on training and perform specialized turf maintenance, athletic field preparations, turf, and soil sample evaluations, and maintenance on turf irrigation systems.
Duties:
- Performs all phases of work pertaining to grounds maintenance particularly the specialized work including but not limited to turf and athletic field preparations (this includes field lining and measurement)
- Maintains athletic fields and support equipment
- Identifies problems of turfgrasses, (e.g. diseases, injuries, and pest infections)
- Assists in game and event setup
- Operates power tools and equipment including but not limited to lawnmowers, edgers, golf carts, pump/backpack sprayers, and leaf/trash blowers
- Demonstrate knowledge of proper pesticide application with the opportunity to apply for a pesticide license
- Participate in Arboretum project days which may have a horticultural or grounds management focus
- Participate in all intern sessions as scheduled (typically trips/educational sessions and curator-led plant ID walks)
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- A strong interest in turf management and/or an academic background related to grounds management or a closely related field
- Good organizational, management, and English communication skills
- Must be able to climb ladders, bend, and reach and lift (minimum 30 lbs/maximum 50 lbs)
- Must be willing to work in all weather conditions
- Must be able and willing to work independently and as part of a team
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Must have completed at least two years of college education (no first-year applicants)
Interested applicants should submit an application containing a cover letter, resume, and three references by Friday, February 2nd, 2024. Application deadline is rolling and positions may be filled before the end of the application per