Code Enforcement Supervisor

Gfoat; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a Groundskeeper for the City of Freeport golf course. The role involves routine manual labor for grounds maintenance, operating tractors, mowers and loaders, and supporting landscape work.

The position requires 18+, dependable transportation, and a Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 90 days). High school diploma or GED preferred, with some college welcome. Work hours align with golf course needs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have dependable transportation to and from work.
• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred; some college is a plus.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license or obtain one within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Operates mowers and string trimmers to maintain grounds.
• Set tee markers and cups on greens daily; maintain ball washers; replace tee towels and flags as needed.
• Maintain fuel and fluids in equipment daily; report problems to supervisor.
• Keep all equipment and tools clean.
• Water and fertilize tees, greens, and fairways under supervision.

Skills

Reading & writing

Dependable transportation

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College preferred

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Line trimmers

Blowers

Chainsaws

Edger

Hand tools

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Groundskeeper

DEPARTMENT: Golf Course

RATE CLASS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Golf Course Director

SHIFT: 8AM-5PM, M-F (May be changed at the discretion of the City of Freeport)

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Some College preferred. Must have a valid Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 90-days of hire.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs routine manual labor involved in golf course maintenance, landscape area and construction/maintenance work. Operates large equipment such as tractors, mowers and loaders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have dependable transportation to and from work.

The requirements listed are representative. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Language Skills

Ability to read and write; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers and general public.

Mathematical Skills

Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts using basic mathematical skills.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to solve practical problems; ability to interpret a variety of instructions-furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Tools/Equipment Used

Mowers, tractors, line trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, motorized vehicle, edger, minor hand tools and equipment.

DUTIES & RESPOSIBILITIES:

• Regular and timely attendance at work is required.
• Operates mowers and string trimmers used in maintaining the grounds.
• Set tee markers and cups on greens daily: maintain ball washers; replace tee, towels, and flags when needed and clean flowerbeds.
• Maintain fuel and fluids in all equipment daily and report problems or failures to supervisor immediately.
• Keep all equipment and tools clean.
• Water and fertilize tees, greens, and fairways and landscape areas under supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to the outdoors, in dry, hot, cold, wet, and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.
• The employee in this position will be required to remain available for immediate call-in due to any natural or manmade disaster, or any other event the Golf Course Director and/or the City Manager deem necessary.

OTHER DUTIES:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the Groundskeeper and is not intended to be all-inclusive. All employees are expected to perform tasks as assigned by their supervisor; furthermore, working hours may be extended in times of necessity.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to type, write, handle, drive, or feel: reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Mental:

Must maintain the ability to work well with others as well as the general public in a variety of situations. Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize. Must also be able to maintain confidentiality and resolve conflicts. This position requires the ability to make independent and sound judgments.

All municipal employees will be expected to show and maintain a high level of initiative, enthusiasm, and motivation towards the improvement of ALL aspects of the Freeport community. Employees will also be expected to be available for work, to report to work in a dependable and timely fashion, and to be physically and mentally fit to do their assigned work.

• Must pass a drug analysis test, physical exam, and successfully complete a background check.