Groundskeeper at a Golf Course

Job Summary:

Maintains golf course and landscaping around the course, clubhouse and other club facilities, including parking lots. Golf Course Groundskeepers are asked to utilize hand tools and equipment/hand-held power equipment. Training will be provided for independent assignments. This is an entry-level position.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Complimentary lunch
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer-paid life insurance

Main Job Duties (included but not limited to):

• Plant and maintain ornamental shrubs and trees.
• Trim and feed shrubs and trees fence lines, lake banks, bunker edges and hillsides; remove cuttings.
• Maintain landscape beds around the clubhouse and club grounds.
• Rake and blow leaves.
• Mow greens and fairways by operating walk-behind as well as hover mowers turf equipment.
• Prepare and lay sod.
• Prepare soil plant beds, and establish plantings by seed or transplants.
• Maintain annual and perennial flowers in aesthetic arrangements.
• Edge cart paths.
• Edge, rake, and maintain sand bunkers.
• Sand tee tops and drop area divots.
• Repair and maintain the driving range tee.
• Load and unload materials.
• Clean equipment used in the practice area.
• Wash and return all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility; and clean the maintenance areas.
• Aerify and spike greens.
• Dig holes and trenches to maintain or construct irrigation and drainage lines.
• Install pipe and backfill excavations.
• Remove trash around the golf course, clubhouse and club grounds, and empty garbage cans.
• Assist in project work
• Intend to live our mission, help us build upon our vision and uphold our values.
• Perform other duties as directed by the assistant superintendent or superintendent.

Job Qualifications:

• Good attitude and highly motivated self-starter.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to handle stress in a healthy and professional manner.
• Must be able to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and equipment.
• Has the ability to learn new technologies/equipment as necessary.
• Knowledge of golf course operations preferred.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems preferred.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
• Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
• May need to use some protective equipment, such as a respirator, gloves, earplugs, eye guards/visors, boots and hat.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand; walk; bend; and use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to work in a busy, noisy environment.
• Must be able to handle outdoor working conditions which may be cold, hot, humid, wet/slippery.
• Must be able to frequently lift, bend, climb, stoop and pull.
• Must be able to continuously stand, sit and walk.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Information: This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed. This description is subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Please note: To avoid any potential conflicts of interest, children or grandchildren of Miramont Country Club members are not eligible for employment at the Club.

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14