Golf & Grounds/Horticulture Laborer, Seasonal

POSITION TITLE:  Golf and Grounds/Horticulture Seasonal Laborer

DEPARTMENT:  Golf & Grounds Department

REPORTS TO:  Golf & Grounds Managers

POSITION LOCATION: Indianapolis

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORKER CATEGORY:  Seasonal (Temporary)

DURATION:  Fall 2024 - Beyond

POSITION SUMMARY:

Be a part of the team that maintains the most unique turf and landscape in sports. The Golf and Grounds Department of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is responsible for maintaining the turf and landscape of the historic motor speedway, including the Brickyard Crossing Golf Course. Brickyard Crossing, designed by architect Pete Dye, features 4 holes inside the motor speedway and has the unique distinction of having hosted PGA, Senior PGA, and LPGA Tour events.

Full-time and part-time schedules available, with flexible options. Ranging from 2-6 days/week while hours can range from 15 – 40 hours per week dependent on applicant. This position is perfect for individuals looking towards a career in golf or grounds management, retirees, college students, or someone seeking part-time hours.  

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Maintains grounds and property associated with IMS including the Brickyard Crossing Golf Course.
• Safely operates power equipment to mow turf, clean grounds, remove leaves, trash, and other debris.
• Maintains mowing, watering, chemical applications, and cultural maintenance practices of all IMS turf and landscape areas.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Assists horticulture team in the daily maintenance and installation of landscape beds.
• Assists in the preparation of the golf course for daily play.
• Assists in the preparation of the grounds for events and daily visitors.
• Cutting, trimming, pruning, and removal of trees.
• Applies plant protectant and fertilizers to turf, landscapes, and trees.
• Establish and plant grass, flower, trees, and shrubs from seed, sod, and transplanting.
• Waters lawns, shrubs, and golf course turf as directed.
• Enthusiasm for and commitment to the company and the Vision, Mission and Values.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Education

• High school graduate, GED or higher.  

Skills/Experience

• Candidate must possess positive attitude, strong work ethic, attention to detail, eagerness to learn and organizational skills. 
• High integrity, efficient people skills, and effective communication skills.
• Innovative thinker and self-starter with perseverance to work on a team to succeed.
• Requires valid driver's license.

Benefits for working with IMS Golf & Grounds

• Uniform polos provided golfing privileges.
• Flexible Scheduling.

Work Hours

• Full, Part-Time, and flexible schedules and hours available. Part Time schedules may range from 2-6 days a week with hours worked between 4-8 hours. Morning help is preferred. Those looking to work a full schedule will work 6 days, 40 hours a week.

• Part or Flexible schedules can be made to accommodate retirees, students, or those who have limited time available.  Please express your availability in the interview process.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
• The position involves walking, climbing stairs or standing for long periods of time throughout the day.
• The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently work outdoors, which requires physical strength and stamina to endure extreme heat, cold, rain and other conditions. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud, due to professional racing events.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Penske Entertainment provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or events.