Anticipated dates of employment are from April through September. Work will vary based on the needs of the department but will typically be Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (some weekends and holidays required). Total hours worked not to exceed 1,500 annually.
Essential Job Functions- the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

• Operate equipment such as tractors, riding mowers, hand mowers, weed eaters, edgers, blowers, and sand pros
• Load and unload mower baskets, utility vehicles, and pickup trucks
• Maintain driving range, clubhouse, and maintenance areas
• Change putting green cups; top dress green and turf areas
• Repair irrigation by digging up lines from ground level to four feet deep; replace pipe and sprinklers
• Load trucksters with sand and dirt
• Apply fertilizer by filling bin on spreader and pushing and walking behind spreader for long distances
• Pick up trash receptacles and load them into utility vehicles
• Clean golf course facilities and restrooms
• Clean and fuel utility vehicles, mowers, and other fuel-powered equipment after each use; report equipment mechanical issues
• Operate self-propelled mowing equipment

Examples of Job Competencies
Knowledge of:

• Various power and hand tools including blowers, chain saws, shovels, rakes, and post hole diggers
• Irrigation systems and turf maintenance

Ability to:

• Safely use riding and push mowers, aerifiers, edgers, trimmers, and blowers
• Safely use tools and equipment properly and safely
• Understand and follow oral instructions
• Work around the public in a safe and courteous manner
• Provide excellent customer service
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Be at least 16 years old

• Experience which demonstrates knowledge of golf etiquette

Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to work outside in all weather conditions; sit, climb, balance, bend, crawl, stoop, twist, reach, pull, stand, walk, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds (with assistance) occasionally; and work around noisy equipment daily.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
 
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.
 

Apply to Join Our Team:

• Please visit Colorado Springs Jobs and click on ‘Apply for a City Career’ > ‘City Career Postings – Apply Now’ button to complete an online application. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a NEOGOV/governmentjobs.com user ID and password).
• Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources (HR) in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
• Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 
• Our NEOGOV application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position’s closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.

The City's job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions can be found on the website. 
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