Groundskeeper II - Highland Hills

About the role

The City of Greeley is looking for a Part-Time Groundskeeper for our Highland Hills Golf Course who will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance of high quality, safe and aesthetically pleasing golf grounds, facilities and equipment. Position may perform duties such as, cup setting, changing tee markers, string trimming, filling and raking sand bunkers and mowing operations. Position will be located at one of the two highly manicured golf courses within the city: Boomerang Links or Highland Hills. Position assists in spot watering, syringing greens and adding additions to the irrigation system. Position may assist in the application of fertilizers or pesticides as well as other specialized tasks including irrigation, over-seeding, aerification and topdressing; other duties as assigned. Scheduling for this position varies and will include evenings, weekends, and holidays as followed by federal law.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all of the responsibility and can perform the duties of a Level I
• Operates large mowing equipment needed to mow areas of the golf course including fairways, rough and native areas
• Operates skilled special equipment used throughout the year including aerification equipment, top dressing equipment, overseed machinery, tractors, skid steers and their accompanying attachments and leaf sweepers
• Under the direction of a licensed supervisor, assists in the application of fertilizers and pesticides using walk behind spreaders, backpack sprayers and riding sprayers
• Performs basic irrigation functions including spot watering and roller base set up and tear down
• Understands the concept of and the operation of a moisture meter used to manage greens moisture on a daily basis
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous experience in golf course maintenance operations
• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record
• OR any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively set the course up for daily play, which requires a basic understanding of the game of golf. Duties include cutting cups, setting tee marker locations, straightening and mowing all ropes and signage as needed and evaluating basic course conditions
• Ability to work outside under widely varying environmental conditions
• Possess good manual dexterity to perform the duties assigned
• Ability to safely operate and perform the duties required of the position
• Knowledge of incident response and handling methodologies
• Customer service skills, including the ability to actively listen, address customer needs, defuse tense situations, and maintain an open, flexible, and friendly demeanor
• Ability to respond to requests in a timely manner
• Ability to effectively collaborate with team members
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed
• Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects

Pay

Full salary ranges: $16.50 - $23.93 hourly. Anticipated hiring ranges: $16.50 - $20.21 hourly. The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.

Benefits

This position is benefits eligible.

Schedule

Hours may be flexible depending on assigned area, 20-40 hours per week, with weekends and holidays as assigned. Scheduling for this position varies and will include evenings, weekends, and holidays as followed by federal law.

Work environment

• Work outside with exposure to all weather elements
• Long periods of time involved in planting, hand weeding and maintaining grounds using a shovel, rake and other tools
• Extended hours operating grounds equipment - i.e., poly cord trimmers, mowers, & a multitude of other equipment
• Incumbent may be exposed to loud amplified sound equipment while working grounds
• Follow workplace safety rules at all times
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and general public
• Handle difficult situations using tact, patience and good judgment
• Mix and use chemicals for weed and grass control following label and local regulations
• Exposure to vegetation that can cause punctures, biting insects, wildlife, off-leash dogs
• Travel Category A - Standard Local Travel: This position requires occasional local travel within the County. Employees may be expected to walk or drive short distances to attend meetings, trainings, or perform work at other city buildings or partner sites

Physical requirements

• Manual dexterity enough to operate hand and power tools
• Manual labor, prolonged standing, kneeling, bending and walking, climbing ladders and stairs
• Vision enough to perform above functions and to read printed instructions
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis
• Ability to lift arm above shoulder level and to move objects