Golf Course Laborer

VACANCIES ARE SEASONAL PART TIME (UP TO 28 HRS/WEEK) AT GOOD PARK GOLF COURSE. This is manual work in the maintenance of municipal golf course grounds, buildings, and equipment. An employee in this class operates equipment and performs manual work in maintaining fairways, greens, and grounds. The season for employees in this class in the Golf Course Division begins February 15 and ends November 15 each year. Works as a member of a crew under close supervision or independently under general supervision. Work may require heavy physical exertion and may be performed under adverse weather conditions. Mows greens, tees, rough and fairway areas using walk-behind, triplex fairway and rotary mowers. Changes and sets cups and tees as required. Operates tractor and gang mowers. Waters tees, greens and fairways using hand and automated systems. Drives various utility vehicles to haul supplies and materials used in grounds maintenance and clean-up. Operates hand and power tools used for grounds maintenance and clean-up such as backpack blowers, trimmers, and chain saws. Performs manual tasks such as leaf raking, weeding, shoveling, and repairing paths and retaining walls using hand and power tools. Loads and unloads heavy material from trucks, moves or aides in the moving of heavy boxes, equipment, and large bulky items. Performs general grounds cleanup, including picking up paper and trash on grounds areas, parking lots, walkways, fairways, and other assigned areas; empties trash receptacles as assigned. Performs minor maintenance on machinery such as greasing bearings and fittings, sharpening blades, replacing air filters, and checking and changing fluids. Assists in minor building and structure maintenance such as changing light bulbs, painting, staining, and cleaning. Understands and carries out oral and written instructions. Exhibits proper golf etiquette while performing assigned duties. Maintains good public relations with people contacted during work assignments. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships. Maintains regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Adheres to all City and departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Learns and follows City and departmental practices and safety procedures. Performs related work as required. Ability to read and write. A minimum of six months paid experience in golf course maintenance work, groundskeeping, lawncare, landscaping, or nursery work. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license. Some knowledge of the equipment, practices, and methods of golf course maintenance including mowing, edging, raking, and weeding. Some knowledge of cultivating, watering and the care of flowers, trees, and shrubs. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in groundskeeping. Some knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in load carrying, balancing on difficult grade, and operating equipment in and around golf course areas. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks. Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged periods. Ability to climb ladders and walk on uneven ground. Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools and other equipment used in grounds maintenance and tree work. Ability to work under adverse weather conditions. Ability to read and understand instructions for completing daily work activities. Ability to prepare and maintain records pertaining to daily work activity. Ability to work cooperatively with others. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. List of essential job functions available upon request. This is a classified position. The candidates will be ranked in a standard manner based on information, records, and other data related to the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position. If your name is placed on the eligibility list, your name will remain on the eligibility list for one year unless you are removed in accordance with Human Resource policy or hired for a permanent position. Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment. RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades. VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application. DRIVER'S LICENSE: An applicant having a valid driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment. Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration. Temporary, seasonal and part-time employees are not eligible to enroll in employee benefit plans. In addition, temporary and seasonal employees are not entitled to special consideration for permanent or full-time employment. NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720. Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from info@governmentjobs.com. To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices. Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process. The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.