Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Duties

Provides the technical expertise to maintain the golf course greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and irrigation system and all related facilities and equipment.  Ensures the attractiveness and constant readiness for play of the course. Determines the appropriate genus of grass to be cultivated based on nature and condition of the soil, climate, and season of the year.  Ensures the proper functioning of the irrigation system and determines the correct amount of water to be applied to the greens, tees and fairways and related facilities. Directs the amount and types of soil nutriments and fertilizers to be applied to the greens, fairways, and roughs.  Takes soil samples regularly throughout the year and reads the results for necessary amendments.  Responsible for the selection, application, storage, and otherwise safe handling of pesticides and other toxic substances.  Ensures compliance with all base, county, state and federal hazardous waste regulations. 

Requirements

• See Duties and Qualifications

Qualifications

Four years experience that demonstrates the ability to recognize turf damage from fungus and insects and apply fungicide, pesticide, and germicides to correct the problem.  Must be able to calibrate sprayers and sprinklers so that the correct amount of materials will be applied to designated areas.  Must have attained academic achievements or practical experience with a sound background in turf grass maintenance and established agronomy, and horticulture practices.  Must display talent in the art of landscaping, planting, and growing of turf characteristic to golf courses.  Must be a certified pest control applicator or attend and complete Navy pest control within one year after employment.  Must have leadership and supervisory experience to plan and motivate employees.  Must have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Demonstrated willingness to support EEO Programs. 

Contacts

• Address CHERRY POINT MCCS MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES ATTN PERSONNEL OFFICER CHERRY POINT, NC 285335003 USA
• Name: CHERRY POINT MCCS
• Phone: 252/466-2301
• Email: [email protected]