Groundskeeper - Golf Course

Primary Purpose:

Performs maintenance activities on parks grounds, building, recreational and athletic facilities and small equipment in accordance with established procedures for proper maintenance of equipment, departmental operation and safety.

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions

Ability to communicate effectively with others

General knowledge of materials, equipment and methods used in the trade

Mechanical aptitude

Experience:

Prefer 2 years' experience in landscaping, lawncare, and other agricultural work at a golf course

Experience in operating zero-turn mowers and tractors pulling mowers that are PTO driven

Prefer experience in managing pond algae

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Performs landscape maintenance involving mowing, raking, planting, trimming trees, grass and weeds

• Mow fairway, greens, and rough areas using specific techniques common to golf course care and upkeep

• Safely operate lawn and turf maintenance equipment

• Maintain, clean and store assigned equipment according to established policies and procedures.

• Dig and/or fill holes using shovels or other lawn care equipment

• Assists in leveling out tee boxes

• Assists in spreading fertilizer

• Assists in repairs of irrigation systems

• Assists in golf cart maintenance including, flat tire repair and battery maintenance

• General upkeep of the maintenance barn

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Full-time employees receive:

• Paid medical, dental & life insurance for employee;
• Low-cost vision plan;
• Retirement plan: Member contribution rate 5% matching ratio (City to Member) 2 : 1, years required for vesting 5, retirement eligibility (Age/Service) 60/5, 0/20
• Employee assistance program;
• 12 paid holidays per year;
• Vacation (80 hrs of vacation a year for less than 5 yrs of service, 120 hrs of vacation a year for 5 yrs + of service;
• 80 hours of sick leave a year;
• 2 personal days a year

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Lawn mowers, weed eaters, pruning shears, shovels, chainsaws; small hand tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; climbing; crawling; carrying

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent walking, climbing ladders and scaffolding; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, insects and wildlife including bees and snakes; dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, and vibration; work around moving objects or vehicles; may work alone; occasional prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with others in a professional manner.

• All duties to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
• All positions are considered essential and are subject to recall during emergencies

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.