Golf Course Maintenance Leadworker - 2024

Under the general supervision of the Parks Field Supervisor, this position is responsible for supervising the groundskeeping activities of the municipal Golf Course in addition to performing a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks related to municipal Golf Course operations. Work is reviewed through observation for adherence to established policies and procedures. This is a temporary, seasonal position. The Golf Course operates on a schedule set by the Parks Department, and is dependent upon seasonal weather conditions. The Golf Course may operate up to seven (7) days per week during the summer, weather permitting. Hours may include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Please note that City employees (including seasonal employees) may only be employed in one classification at any one given time.

• Supervises a crew of seasonal employees assigned the municipal Golf Course.
• Reports directly to the Field Supervisor on a daily basis for obtaining orders and instructions.
• Ensures regular and correct maintenance is performed on and around Golf Course grounds, buildings, and facilities.

Education/Experience/Training:

• Must be age 18 or older.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or HSED.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Must pass a driving record review, criminal background check and post-offer drug screen.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience working on a Golf Course and/or running special events.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience supervising others.

Knowledge, Abilities & Skills:

• Knowledge of occupational safety rules and practices.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in general maintenance.
• Knowledge of the various equipment and materials needed to operate Golf Course and facilities for the public.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools, motor vehicles and light truck.
• Ability to complete and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and superiors.
• Ability to effectively supervise and lead the work of others.
• Ability to establish and achieve goals and deadlines.

Environmental Requirements:

• Work requires frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions including various weather conditions (rain, excessive heat, etc.).

Physical Requirements:

• Work involves the regular, and at times sustained, performance of working over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stopping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pound) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items.
• Work may involve operation of gasoline, electric or other powered machinery.
• Work may also involve the frequent use of coordinative skills in performing a variety of tasks with the full range of hand tools and shop equipment.

Sensory Requirements:

• Work requires visual perception and discrimination.
• Work requires color perception and discrimination.
• Work requires sound perception and discrimination.
• Work requires odor perception and discrimination.
• Work requires depth perception and discrimination.
• Work requires texture perception and discrimination.

Previous employees are not guaranteed rehire and are required to complete an online application for consideration. The City will analyze the applicant's education, training and experience. Written, oral and/or proficiency exams may be required to establish eligibility. The City of Kenosha reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicants who best meet the needs of the City.Employment Type: Temporary/Seasonal