Golf Maintenance Worker I

Golf Maintenance Worker IThe City of Golden is currently seeking Golf Maintenance Worker I applicants. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be! Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.Paid time off – Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.Great benefits – The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement!Provides support to all aspects of golf course maintenance operations. Performs all routine golf course maintenance duties as well as troubleshoots, details, and critically reviews golf course presentation. This includes but is not limited to course maintenance, facility construction, landscape construction, janitorial support, equipment operation, and special event support. Will require some evenings and weekends. Provides training, support and direction to seasonal staff as assigned. Specific assignment or duties may vary based on department needs.Golf Maintenance Worker I: Entry level positionJob SummaryStudies golf course presentation daily to ensure that bunkers are raked, tee markers are set, cups are properly cut etc.Operates maintenance equipment to maintain golf course landscaping, equipment includes walking/riding mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, aerifiers, and various hand tools and implements.Applies fertilizers and chemicals within application guidelines and in adherence with safety protocols, and documents accordingly.Topdresses course areas as directed by course superintendent.Plants and maintains trees, shrubs, perennial beds, flower beds, and native plants.Assists in the troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of the irrigation system.Assists with landscape construction to include soil preparation, fine grading, sod/seed installation, shrubs, perennial and flower bed installation.Responsible for repair and maintenance of restrooms, shelters, fences, and concrete work.Responsible for snow removal in walkways, parking areas, and other areas as assigned.Responsible for trash collection and removal on course, cart paths, drainage systems, and open space.Uses handheld radio respectfully and professionally.Other duties as assigned.Supervisory responsibilities: This position does not formally supervise staff, but is expected to serve as a team lead and provides general guidance, oversight, and training to seasonal staff.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED. Minimum experience as required by position includes skilled landscape maintenance such as mowing, edging, sprinkler installation/repair, plant and flower installation, etc.; landscape, construction, and equipment operation required as defined for each level of position. Must possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Minimum 18 years of age. Golf course maintenance experience preferred.Valid driver's license and good driving record.Golf Maintenance Worker I and II Current Colorado Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License preferred.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Language skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before employees of organization.Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, & decimals.Reasoning ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Other skills and abilities: Basic knowledge of golf course maintenance techniques and procedures including planting, irrigation, disease control, maintenance, construction, and repair work. Proficient use of general grounds maintenance tools and equipment. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Materials & equipment directly used: Fertilizers and chemicals, walk/riding mowers string trimmers, edgers, chain saws, tractors, three-point attachments, electrical power tools, pickup truck, loader, backhoe, snowplow, sprayers, compact tractors, sweepers, and miscellaneous other golf course maintenance equipment.Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to dig; rake; hammer; saw; drill; shovel; push; pull; stand; walk; use hands to hold, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot, dry, wet and/or humid conditions. Working conditions is primarily outside in golf course and native foothills setting. May require working and/or driving during inclement weather. Use of protective equipment as required.