Golf Course Maintenance: Grounskeeper's and Irrigation Technician

Golf Course Maintenence/Grounskeeper Job Description Typical Work Day: A Groundskeeper is required to be able to complete a large variety of tasks throughout the day. Groundskeeper tasks can be generally categorized as manual labor and are related to landscaping. Landscape maintenance tasks include: operating different types of walking lawn mowers, raking of debris, use of string trimmers, operation of powered debris blowers, use of chainsaw, and operation of other motorized equipment. Tasks specific to golf course maintenance include: raking bunkers, mowing greens, changing hole locations, hand watering, blowing debris, filling ball washers, moving tee markers, etc. Groundskeepers must have a valid driver license and be able to drive various types of golf carts and utility vehicles in order to complete the above tasks. In addition, Groundskeepers are often called upon to complete or assist in all tasks on the course including: special projects, irrigation repair, fertilizer and chemical applications, and other general maintenance tasks. Groundskeepers primarily work under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent. Occasionally groundskeepers may work under the supervision of a Foreman or Equipment Operator. General Physical and Mental Requirements Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to safely use equipment and tools; vision sufficient to read printed materials, read small print on documents, Safety Data Sheets, and maps; detect subtle shades of color; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone, two-way radio and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift from the floor up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and up to 80 lbs. with assistance; physical stamina sufficient to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time, ability to persevere long periods of exposure to pollen and grass - no severe allergic reactions to dust or pollen; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions. General Working Conditions Outdoors working environment subject to pre-dawn hours and adverse conditions such as heat, cold, rain and humid conditions. Complete manual labor for long periods of time, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, crouching, or kneeling, pushing/pulling of levers on equipment and machinery, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time. Work in and around potentially hazardous substances, including pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, ability to drive an automobile.