Landscape And Golf Course Maintenance (Full-Time & Part-Time)

SUMMARY: The Greenskeeper is responsible for assisting in the general upkeep and maintenance of the golf greens. S/he will be involved in the precision mowing of greens, tees, aprons, approaches, fairways, roughs, bunker maintenance, divot repair program, and a variety of Golf Course Maintenance programs, such as aerifying, verticutting, and topdressing. The Greenskeeper will assist in maintaining the AAA Four Diamond standards.
The Greenskeeper shall strive to provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests at all times. S/he will be responsible for exemplifying the Wild Dunes Resort Culture as well as promoting Wild Dunes Resort as both the Destination and Employer of Choice!
Essential job FUNCTIONS:

• Properly mows greens and tees
• Operates tractors, using specific attachments, to till, cultivate, and grade new turf areas
• Assists with landscaping; planting, cultivating, pruning, care of plants, shrubs and trees on Golf Course
• Responsible for bunker maintenance
• Repairs divots throughout course
• Rakes sand traps
• Complies with all Wild Dunes Resort's policies, procedures and safety regulations
• Maintains a strong knowledge of emergency procedures
• Attends appropriate resort, division and department meetings
• Provides general resort information for guests
• Offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guests of Wild Dunes Resort including use of guest name when possible & good eye contact with each guest
• Interacts with resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments when necessary
• Always maintains a professional demeanor and attitude
• Communicates all pertinent information to the golf maintenance team
• Maintains a professional appearance. Follows all Wild Dunes Resort dress code standards
• Remains alert, courteous and helpful to the guests and colleagues at all times

Colleague is held accountable for all duties of this job and other duties as assigned.
Experience and Education:

• High school education or equivalent required
• Prior landscaping experience preferred
• Prior golf maintenance experience strongly preferred
• At least one year customer service experience preferred

Job Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet company driving standards
• Excellent equipment operation skills
• Must have good mechanical understanding and ability
• Must have excellent leadership skills
• Must have thorough understanding of the game of golf to understand the playability of the course
• Must be able to work well under pressure
• Must be able to accurately follow instructions, both verbal and written
• Must possesses excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be professional in appearance and demeanor
• Must have excellent listening skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with the guests and Colleagues
• Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner
• Must have a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests

Colleagues who are hired at Wild Dunes Resort will be verified through the federal E-Verify system.
Working CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions (rain, wind, cold, sun & heat)
• Must be able to stand & walk throughout the day, including on uneven surfaces
• Must be able to frequently lift, push, pull & carry up to 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs and very occasionally up to 75 lbs with assistance
• Must be able to bend, squat, crawl, kneel & twist on an frequent basis, sometimes for prolonged periods
• Must be able to perform simple grasping, squeezing, and repetitive hand & arm movements frequently; overhead reaching and fine manipulation occasionally.
• May occasionally work with pesticides and be exposed to dust