Golf Course Maintenance - Lora Bay

Great Gulf Group; Thornbury; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Free golf

Staff discounts on meals, rooms, and 2

Staff parties and rewards

Job summary

Lora Bay Golf Club in Thornbury is seeking a reliable Golf Course Maintenance team member to support daily course upkeep. You will assist with mowing, bunker maintenance, drainage and turf care to ensure top playing conditions for members and guests.

Full-time and part-time seasonal positions run through October. Requires a driver’s license (G1+), ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays, and a strong safety focus while using turf equipment.

Qualifications

• No educational requirements; a turf grass management diploma/degree is beneficial.
• Experience in golf course or landscaping is an asset.
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Golf course maintenance and setup for daily play.
• General mowing with handheld equipment; bunker maintenance.
• Repair wear and tear and inspect for drainage issues.
• Assist with turf establishment and cultural practices.
• Maintain golf course furniture and assist with projects.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Team player

Detail oriented

Health and safety

Education

Turf grass management diploma/degree beneficial

Tools

Maintenance equipment knowledge

Job description

Why Join Lora Bay?

• Great people, beautiful location, safe and fun work environment!
• Paid training!
• Free golf!
• Staff (and friends and family) discounts on meals, rooms, and golf
• Staff parties, $$ rewards, and recognition programs
• $500 for referring fellow team members and earn $ for bringing in business*
• Contract completion bonus*
• *Some conditions apply. Please inquire for details.

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in maintaining beautiful landscapesrain or shine? Do you have experience with grounds maintenance, landscaping equipment, or golf course upkeep? If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working as part of a team to create exceptional playing conditions, keep reading to see if this role is for you!

Lora Bay Golf Club is seeking a strong, energetic, reliable, and dedicated individual to join ourGolf Course Maintenance team in Thornbury!

The Golf Course Maintenance team plays a key role in ensuring the course is maintained to the highest standards for our members and guests. This position is responsible for assisting with daily course maintenance, including mowing, trimming, bunker maintenance, and general turf care while supporting the overall presentation and playability of the golf course.

Full-time and part-time seasonal positions available to start as soon as possible through the end of October.

Key Responsibilities:

• Golf course setup for daily play
• General mowing with specialized handheld equipment
• Maintenance of all bunkers; raking, edging, minor construction and maintenance of other hazards such as water features
• Repairing wear and tear caused by golfers and animals
• Attending to drainage problems
• Removing early morning dew and debris from all playing surfaces
• Repairing divots and edging irrigation heads
• Preparing ground for and establishing turf
• Assist with any projects such as, sodding, drainage and tree work
• Assist with any necessary cultural practices
• Maintaining golf course furniture
• Communicating effectively and keeping management informed
• Understanding roles and responsibilities
• Opportunities to learn to operate additional equipment during the summer months
• Use of hand tools, including lawn mowers, rakes, and shovels

Qualifications:

• No educational requirements; however, a diploma or degree from a recognized turf grass management program is beneficial
• Previous golf course or landscaping experience is an asset but not essential
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment is an asset but not essential
• High regard for health and safety for yourself and others

Work Arrangement:

• Valid driver's license, minimum of a G1 level
• Detail-oriented
• Available to work early morning hours, weekends and holidays
• Able to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in changing weather conditions
• Exposure to noisy equipment
• Exposure to temperature fluctuations
• Exposure to dust and outdoor atmospheric elements
• Working with and near heavy equipment
• Lifting (up to 100 pounds)
• Twisting, bending, walking and movement throughout the golf course and surrounding areas, carrying heavy items to different locations
• Frequent exposure to dust and outdoor elements, wearing PPE when required and working outside in inclement weather on a daily basis
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for extended periods\li>Requires writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions
• May be required at times to work long hours, during the golf season, which will include weekends and statutory holidays

Compensation:

• Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour (based on experience)

Vacancy Status:

• Replacement Vacancy