Golf Course Maintenance - Equipment Operator/Course Crew

Position Summary

This position performs semi-skilled grounds construction and maintenance work on the golf course and club grounds using large mowers, tractors, and other specialized golf course equipment, as well as general maintenance of the golf course and club grounds.

General Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate large mowers, fairway units, specialized golf course equipment, tractors, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws.
• Operates skid steer, fairway and rough aerifiers, and boom sprayer.
• Checks fluid levels before operating any machinery.
• Reports any abnormalities discovered while operating machinery to the Equipment Manager.
• Returns all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility, washes equipment at the end of each use.
• Maintains the golf course by servicing it, including changing green flags, putting cups, moving rope and barricades, and moving tee markers and directional stakes.
• Assists in project work; assists in the construction and seeding of new greens, tees, and fairways.
• Mows, trims or edges lawns, using walking power mowers or edgers.
• Uses hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hand saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes in the performance of tasks.
• Prunes or trims trees, shrubs or hedges using shears, pruners, or chain saws.
• Gathers and removes litter, trash, and other debris on property.
• Mixes and sprays or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, or trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders under the supervision of Golf Course Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
• Provides proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, or other grounds features.
• Adheres to company safety procedures and guidelines.
• Completes other tasks/duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Possess a valid US Driver's license.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge and ability to use a variety of hand tools, power tools, turf vehicles, mowers, and maintenance equipment.
• Reliable and predictable attendance.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational safety hazards and safety precautions; skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Previous experience and knowledge of golf course maintenance, procedures and equipment.