Greens Keeper

Summary This position is located in the Golf Division of Morale, Welfare & Recreation Dept. NAS Patuxent River. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the efficient operation of the grounds maintenance and upkeep of the golf course and surrounding areas on a regularly scheduled basis. Learn more about this agency Duties Help Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of an 18-hole golf course and surrounding areas. Duties consist of mowing and rolling greens, mowing tees and surrounding areas. Resets of cups and flags. Operates weed eaters and edgers in many areas where mowers cannot reach. Operates various other tools and equipment, including push and hover mowers, seeders, spreaders and trim mowers. Rakes and edges sand traps and replaces with fresh sand as required. Ensures areas are polished and that trash and garbage are disposed of properly. Performs minor maintenance to equipment such as; grease mowers, checks engine oil and fluids on mowers. Performs other duties as assigned related to golf course grounds and equipment maintenance. The majority of work is performed outdoors possibly under adverse weather conditions. May be exposed to long periods of extreme heat or chilly or rainy weather. Subject to dust, dirt, mud and chemical elements contained in fertilizers and pesticides. Frequently stands, bends, walks and stoops in the performance of varied manual tasks such as raking, pushing mowers and carts, lifting and carrying fertilizer bags, equipment and work tools. Requirements Help Conditions of employment • A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment • Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer Qualifications Knowledge of grounds upkeep, maintenance tasks and methods related to basic golf course maintenance desired. Must have basic motor vehicle operator skills and valid driver's license. A copy MUST be submitted with resume. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and stand for long periods. Additional information Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. Spouses of active duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference in hiring under this announcement if they are among the best qualified referred and are within reach of selection. Spouse Preference does not apply to NF 04 and NF 05 positions. Please clearly identify in your application that you are asking for spouse preference and complete the Request for Military Spouse Preference form and submit a copy of current PCS orders. Failure to submit current PCS orders with application will prevent spousal preference from being granted. Acceptance or declination of a regular full or part-time non-appropriated or appropriated fund position ends your ability to claim this preference. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: If you are a male born after December 31,1959 and at least 18 years of age, employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must register with the Selective Service System (military draft), unless you meet certain exemptions. If applicable, failure to register will prevent you from being considered for employment. To register, please visit the Selective Service web site at https://www.sss.gov/register/. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help Review our benefits