Golf Maintenance Worker

Golf Course Maintenance Worker

The Golf Course Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of the golf course and related facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are representative of the work required for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform a variety of tasks related to golf course maintenance including, but not limited to; operating mowers, trimmers, tractors, field groomers, paint sprayers, aerifiers and sweepers.
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, vehicles and pool equipment as appropriate.
• Operate a variety of mowers to maintain golf course and lawns; inspect tractor and mower for safe and proper operation; maintain equipment as needed, replacing fuel, fluids and oil.
• Mow, edge, trim and rake fields; plant, cultivate and water; weed killing; operate riding mowers, push movers, light-duty vehicles, blowers, sweeper, trimmers, edger and weed eaters.
• Perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks involving the maintenance, construction and repair of golf course.
• May assist in other sections of the Golf Course as necessary.

Education, Training and Experience

The Golf Course Maintenance Worker should possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent, with at least five years of experience in maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The Golf Course Maintenance Worker must be knowledgeable of the following principles, procedures, and concepts:

• Knowledge of field and building maintenance methods and practices.
• Department of safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of golf maintenance duties.
• Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repair, electrical procedures, custodial practices, landscaping, and equipment repair.
• Knowledge of various cleaning chemicals.
• Skill in operating various hand and power tools.
• Skill in operating lawn maintenance equipment including tractor, zero-turn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers.
• Skill in operating athletic field equipment chalk machines, field paint sprayers, etc.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize daily assignments, and work independently.
• Ability to interact with the public and communication directions.