Golf Course Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania (NOW HIRING)

Position open until filled.

IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ FOR ALL RECREATION POSITIONS:

By State law, all positions that work directly with minors require three background clearances to be obtained prior to the first day of work. You should allow 4-6 weeks to obtain all clearances.If you work for at least one month, we will reimburse for the cost of the clearances ($60.25) that are obtained for you to work for us.

Please see https://mtlebanon.org/departments/human-resources/clearances/for more information.

Reports To: Golf Course Maintenance Superintendent

Gives Direction To: Golf course equipment operators and laborers

FLSA classification: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)

NATURE OF WORK

The Golf Course Assistant Maintenance Superintendent assists with the daily maintenance of the Mt. Lebanon Golf Course buildings, grounds and equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains tees, putting greens, fairways, sand bunkers, shrubs, flowers, trees, clubhouse grounds and golf course fences. This includes all aspects of turf management including but not limited to mowing, aerifying and chemical applications.
• Assists with supervision of part-time maintenance employees.
• Operates, maintains and repairs golf course equipment.
• Operates and repairs the golf course irrigation system.
• Provides pesticide management and turf assistance at other municipal recreation facilities.
• Maintains the municipal garden plots.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Assists with special events when needed.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists with municipal snow removal.
• Perform all other related work as required.
  

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Basic understanding of the game of golf and the golf industry.
• Clear understanding of all golf course maintenance procedures.
• Clear understanding of turf management and the type and use of materials and practices to combat and prevent turf diseases and pests.
• Clear understanding of golf course equipment repair and preventative maintenance.
• Clear understanding of basic building maintenance.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of one year of full-time experience in golf course maintenance, preferably in a supervisory/foreman position.
• Certified Public Commercial pesticide license in the State of Pennsylvania-PA Department of Agriculture Category 7, Lawn and Turf, within 6 months of date of hire.
• Completion of a two-year turf grass management program preferred.
• Must have or be able to acquire a PA Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) within 6 months.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Standing (Constantly 90-100%)
• Walking (Frequently 60-90%)
• Vision-Visual Inspection (Constantly 90-100%)
• Pushing/Pulling (Frequently 60-90%)
• Lifting up to 60 lbs. (Occasionally 30-60%)
• Driving-Light Mowers (Occasionally 30-60%)
• Exposure to extreme noise conditions (Constantly 90-100%)
• Exposure to potential Hazardous Conditions-Fumes & Chemicals (Frequently 60-90%)
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions (Occasionally 30-60%)
  

The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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GENERAL DISCLAIMER

I certify that I have given true and complete information in this application process, and it does not contain falsifications, omissions, or concealment of material fact. If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application, resume, or interview may result in my employment being terminated.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for Mt. Lebanon to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either Mt. Lebanon or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice, unless change by a written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of Mt. Lebanon.

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Mt. Lebanon will be invested in your success and growth and offers the following benefits to our employees:

Benefits:Mt. Lebanon offers a wide range of benefits including excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits, and FSA. Mt. Lebanon also offers life insurance and long term disability insurance.

Vacation Leave:Starting at 10 days/year.

Holiday Pay:Mt. Lebanon observes ten (10) paid holidays per year.

Sick leave:You will accrue eight (8) hours of sick leave per month.
Retirement:Employees are eligible for a full defined benefit pension at age 60 with 25 years of service. (Vesting period is 7 years). Employees are also enrolled in a Retirement Health Savings Plan, and may also enroll in an optional deferred compensation plan.

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PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A RESUME, PLEASE FILL OUT THISAPPLICATION AND ATTACH IT IN THE RESUME SECTION. APPLICATIONS OR RESUMES CAN ALSO BE RECEIVED AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AT 710 WASHINGTON ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15228, ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES.

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Mt. Lebanon is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Mt. Lebanon makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resource Office at wpardiny@mtlebanon.org