The Golf Course Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining the appearance of the golf course. This position is part-time, up to 40 hours per week, with health benefits offered.
Pay Rate: $15.50 per hour
Major Duties/Specific Tasks
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Mows grass on greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and driving ranges using a variety of mowers, tractors and specialized equipment.
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Rakes sand traps.
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Pick up and remove litter and debris.
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Replace fluid in golf ball washers.
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Perform various landscape maintenance to include weeding, mulching edging and raking.
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Operate small engine equipment such as chain saws, backpack blowers and line trimmers.
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Establish plant beds, plant flowers, bulbs, shrubs, and trees, and maintain planted areas.
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Operate golf course vehicles which may include pickup trucks, dump trucks, sand trap rakes, and utility vehicles.
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Clean & organize maintenance shop.
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Assist with routine maintenance/repair of equipment to include changing oil, oil filters, replacing worn parts, and making minor mechanical adjustments.
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Sharpen or replace worn blades on mowers; replace string on line trimmers; sharpen or replace worn chain saw chains.
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Prepare and load equipment & tools for use and/or to transport.
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Perform manual labor and related work as required.
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Assists with public relations by handling visitor inquiries, and providing information and assistance.
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Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service training.
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Reports unsafe conditions to the Golf Course Superintendent or Supervisor on duty.
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Carries out additional duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent or Supervisor on Duty.
Minimum Qualifications
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Must be age 18 or over.
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Ability to operate small engine equipment properly and safely.
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Mechanical aptitude with ability to make minor repairs on equipment.
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Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
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Ability to learn the operation of the facility.
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Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
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Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
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Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
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Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
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Possession of or ability to obtain valid driver’s license, must maintain safe driving record.
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Must have reliable transportation.
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Must purchase and wear standard uniform.
