Golf Course Maintenance Worker

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