Golf Course and Facilities Groundskeeper (Temporary 2026 Term)

Golf Course and Facilities Groundskeeper (Temporary 2026 Term)

Salary

$16.80 Hourly

Location

Leisure Services Department, City of Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

032026-temporarygcgkp

Department

Parks

Opening Date

03/14/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NREP

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Position Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under supervision, landscape or maintain grounds of parks using hand or power tools or equipment performing a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, and sprinkler repair; maintenance, repair and upkeep of park facilities and areas maintained by the golf course; and perform related work as required.

Job Duties

• Dispose of trash or waste materials.
• Daily operational procedures may include changing of green hole location and moving of teemarkers.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment including but not limited to general mowers,trucksters, trimmers, etc.
• Assist with manual irrigation procedures including turf, trees, and ornamentals
• Irrigate lawns, trees, or plants; and flower beds.
• Weed annual and perennial flower beds.
• Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.
• Maintain sports field surfaces.
• Rake sand traps, remove leaves/debris and maintain trap edges.
• Clean facilities or sites.
• Use time and attendance software and other records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Operation and Control - Using equipment or systems.

• Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.

• Control Precision - Quickly changing the controls of a machine, car or truck. Near and Far Vision -Seeing details up close and far away.

• Depth Perception - Deciding which thing is closer or farther away from you or deciding how faraway it is from you.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least one month of experience operating light to medium sized equipment.
• 16 years of age or older.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a state driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with golf course maintenance equipment.
• Experience with golf course maintenance.
• Experience with outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, weed eaters and chainsaws.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties require use of physical strength and working outside in inclement weather. Occasional weekend work required.

Supplemental Information

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

SUPERVISORY STATUS: None

Our Commitment to You

The City of Dubuque is committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws. Our organization provides equal opportunities for all individuals, fostering a workplace that values innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our growing community. In accordance with legal obligations our policies and practices are designed to ensure fair treatment and foster a respectful workplace where all are encouraged to apply.

Not Applicable

01

Do you acknowledge that this position is a temporary, limited-term appointment expected to end in 2026, with no guarantee of continued employment beyond that date?

• Yes
• No

02

I am at least sixteen (16) years old.

• Yes
• No

03

I have possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a drivers license by time of hire.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Dubuque

Address Human Resources Department

50 W 13th Street

Dubuque, Iowa, 52001

Phone 563-589-4125

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dubuqueia