Greenskeeper/Equipment Operator

Reports To: Golf Superintendent

Department: Golf

Status: Full Time seasonal

Date: 2/20/24

Ideal candidates are problem solvers, resourceful, and have basic knowledge of the game of golf. Prior experience with golf course equipment operation is preferred but not required

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• As a Golf Course Equipment Operator, you would be responsible for maintaining the appearance of the Golf Course in the property's continuing effort to deliver outstanding Homeowner /Guest experience. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Operating equipment in the safest manor at all time to mow greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, etc.

• Edge, weed eat, fly mow, trim, blow all necessary areas.

• Assist in sod, irrigation and drainage projects.

• Perform other assignments as directed by Asst. and Head superintendents and members of management.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

• Actively looking for ways to help people.

• Speak, read, write in English fluently.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Ability to operate light motorized equipment.

• Some knowledge of agronomy, turf grass science and the rules of golf

• Ability to work carefully and ensure co-workers are working in safety

• Possess leadership qualities

• Must have willingness to learn

• Must be driven and possess strong work ethic

• Must be dependable

• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

• The employee is often required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.

• They will occasionally be required to balance, stoop, twist upper body, kneel, and climb.

• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 30lbs occasionally.

• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception

• Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.

• Noise level is typically moderate to loud

• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season

• Work weekends and holidays

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.