Groundsman

Golf Course Groundsman

Summary: This position performs a variety of basic golf course maintenance duties independently under indirect supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Operates all hand-held landscape equipment in various golf course maintenance procedures.
• Operates utility vehicles.
• Operates self-propelled walking mowers on greens and tees.
• Operate and maintain equipment, power tools, and hand tools in maintaining a golf course.
• Verti-cut, aerate, and top-dress tees, greens, fairways, and other turf areas. Lay sod as required.
• Water golf course grounds and maintain irrigation systems on golf courses.
• Fertilize and spray tees, greens, fairways, and other turf areas with pesticides.
• Communicates with members, co-workers, management, and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in all areas of golf course equipment maintenance.
• Must be able to operate all equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work for extended periods in the heat.
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, and members.
• Must be able to understand verbal instructions in English
• Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).