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Job Description

This seasonal General Labor position supports special grounds improvement projects at a university golf course throughout the fall, with the opportunity to return in the spring. You will work outdoors on sod installation, bunker renovation, landscaping, and general course enhancement projects, helping maintain a premier recreational facility. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, take pride in maintaining outdoor spaces, and are comfortable performing physical labor in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sod installation and turf replacement projects across the golf course.
• Support bunker renovation activities, including sand removal, replacement, and reshaping.
• Perform grading, raking, shoveling, and general material movement to support course improvements.
• Assist with landscaping and grounds maintenance, including weeding, leaf blowing, and general cleanup.
• Operate hand tools and basic landscaping equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment across various areas of the golf course.
• Carry out outdoor cleaning tasks such as sweeping sidewalks, trash removal, and picking up debris.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the course.
• Follow all safety procedures, project guidelines, and instructions from supervisors.
• Support other golf course and university grounds improvement projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including rain, heat, and cold.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend, squat, and walk for the full duration of the shift in an outdoor environment.
• Reliable transportation to and from the worksite and consistent, dependable attendance.
• Outdoor labor experience, such as landscaping, construction, golf course maintenance, or general grounds work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude toward hands-on, physical tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscaping, construction, golf course maintenance, or general labor is preferred.
• Experience with outdoor cleaning and maintenance of grounds, including sweeping, weeding, raking, shoveling, and leaf blowing.
• Comfort operating basic hand tools and landscaping equipment.
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs and priorities.
• Willingness to get dirty and work in a variety of outdoor conditions.

Why Work Here?

Employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that supports long-term well-being, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and HSA/FSA options. The organization invests in education through tuition assistance, offering a subsidy toward the cost of attending university courses for employees, eligible spouses, and tax dependent children. Team members benefit from a stable, structured environment with opportunities for seasonal return, work-life balance through day-shift scheduling, and the chance to contribute to the care of attractive recreational and campus facilities.

Work Environment

This role is based entirely outdoors on a university golf course and surrounding grounds. You will work in all weather conditions—rain or shine, hot or cold—and should expect to get dirty depending on the task. The position involves full-time, day-shift hours on 1st shift from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., including a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks. Work focuses on keeping grounds and golf course areas clean, well-maintained, and visually appealing, using hand tools and basic landscaping equipment while moving materials and performing continuous physical activity throughout the shift.

This is a Contract position based out of Bloomington, IN.

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Bloomington,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.