Alexander Cottrell
Grenloch,NJ
Summary
- Air Force veteran and dedicated turfgrass professional completing a Penn State Turfgrass Management Certificate (graduation 01/2027), seeking an internship/career in the golf course industry. Relevant experience in full-time work at Wedgwood Golf Course, as well as two years of Civil Engineering experience from the U.S. Air Force. Willing to travel all across the world in hopes of working in Golf.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Groundskeeper
Wedgewood Golf Course
Sewell, NJ
09.2025 - Current
- Groundskeeper with experience maintaining golf course greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers to high playability and aesthetic standards.
- Worked in mowing, edging, raking bunkers, operating turf maintenance equipment, and assisting with irrigation, fertilization, and pest control.
Waiter
Bistro Di Marino
Collingswood, NJ
06.2025 - Current
- Accurately took food and beverage orders, and relayed them to the kitchen.
Civil Engineering Technician Active duty
United States Air Force
Wichita Falls, TX
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Successfully collaborated with clients and architects to deliver projects on time and within budget, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Waiter/Food Runner
Bistro Di Marino
Sewell, NJ
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Checked identification to ensure compliance with the minimum age requirement for alcoholic beverages.
- Delivered food and beverages to tables.
Lifeguard-Seasonal
Greenwood Park Bells Lake Community Club
Sewell, NJ
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Actively observed the activities of the swimmers to ensure their safety.
- Trained and performed emergency procedures, like CPR and first aid, when necessary.
Education
Certificate - Turfgrass Management
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA01-2027
Operations Management Certification -
Technical Training School
Wichita Falls, TX01.2024
Skills
- Turf management
- Customer service
- Equipment maintenance
- Data entry
- Project planning
- Problem resolution
Awards
Korea Defense Medal
Certifications
- Operations Management Certification, Technical Training School, Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, TX, 2023-2024
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification, American Heart Association, 2023
- TR19 Restaurant Certification, Bistro Di Marino, 2022
Timeline
Groundskeeper
Wedgewood Golf Course
09.2025 - Current
Waiter
Bistro Di Marino
06.2025 - Current
Civil Engineering Technician Active duty
United States Air Force
09.2023 - 05.2025
Waiter/Food Runner
Bistro Di Marino
03.2021 - 10.2023
Lifeguard-Seasonal
Greenwood Park Bells Lake Community Club
04.2020 - 10.2022
Certificate - Turfgrass Management
Pennsylvania State University
Operations Management Certification -
Technical Training School