Kinsey M. Hughes
East Lansing,MI
Summary
To further develop my turfgrass management skills through hands-on experience, while contributing to a professional golf course maintenance team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Crew Intern
Chicago Golf Club
Wheaton, Illinois
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Performed daily course setup, including moving tee markers, changing hole locations, and preparing greens for tournament-quality play.
- Operated specialized equipment to mow greens, collars, tees, fairway height-of-cut standards.
- Rolled greens and approaches to ensure smooth, fast playing conditions.
- Managed and scheduled crew operations for one week, delegating tasks, and overseeing completion to maintain efficiency and quality standards.
- Assisted with multiple spray applications on greens, tees, fairways, and native fescue areas; followed proper chemical handling and safety protocols.
- Participated in turf repair projects, including sod installation and plugging on greens and fairways, to restore playability and turf health.
- Participated in landscape improvement projects, including tree and flower planting.
Seasonal Grounds Crew
Escanaba Country Club
Escanaba, USA
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Performed daily course setup
- Operated mowing equipment to maintain greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repairs, including head replacements and pipe fixes.
- Supported equipment maintenance projects in collaboration with the superintendent, learning basic machinery diagnostics, and upkeep.
- Maintained bunker conditions through regular edging, raking, and weed removal to preserve playability and aesthetics.
Education
2-year Certificate - Turfgrass Management
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2026
Skills
- Turfgrass maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Chemical application
- Team leadership
Activities and Certifications
- GCSAA and MIGCSA, Student member, 08/01/24, Present
- Michigan State Turfgrass Club, Member, 08/01/24, Present
Accomplishments
- Tournament Volunteer Expereince: 2025 Rocket Classic- Detroit Golf Club
References
- Dr. John N. Rogers, III, Professor, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, (517)285-2648
- Tyler Finch, Golf Course Superintendent, Escanaba CC, Escanaba, MI, 49829, (989)370-3599
Timeline
Grounds Crew Intern
Chicago Golf Club
04.2025 - 08.2025
Seasonal Grounds Crew
Escanaba Country Club
06.2022 - 09.2024
2-year Certificate - Turfgrass Management
Michigan State University