Grounds Team Member

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for upkeep of golf course greens, fairways, and other course surfaces to ensure compliance with course standards, including but not limited to mowing, raking bunkers, edging paths, pruning of bushes and trees, laying mulch, seeding and sod repair, maintaining cart pathways and fencing.

Plants small trees & other foliage to ensure beautification and environmental stewardship of the course and surroundings.

Repair any ball marks, fill divots, and perform other lawn maintenance in playing areas.

Maintains sprinkler heads and irrigation systems to ensure good working conditions.

Ensures proper maintenance of utility vehicles and other equipment and supplies used for grounds upkeep.

Responsible for wearing personal protective clothing and/or using protective equipment to comply with established safety operating procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Some landscaping at a country club, golf course, or similar environment preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of USGA regulations regarding course settings preferred.

Knowledge of golf course maintenance activities preferred.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.

Ability to perform duties/tasks that require physical strength and endurance.

Ability to multitask and/or perform different tasks/duties as required.

Ability to follow established safety guidelines.

Knowledge of the use of landscaping equipment, including operation of lawn mowers (ride and push, edgers, trimmers, etc.

Must have reliable transportation.

Ability to understand, follow, and communicate written and verbal instructions.

Attention to detail.

Ability to work with all types of personalities; displays a cooperative attitude with both team members and guests and members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The job requires reaching with arms and hands, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time. Move, lift, carry, pull, and place objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position works outside and may be exposed to all weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, with increased levels when performing assigned duties.