Golf Course Equipment Operator - National Golf Course

Reynolds Lake Oconee; Greensboro (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynolds Lake Oconee is seeking a dedicated golf course maintenance worker to care for all course areas and the maintenance facility. You will operate a variety of lawn and golf course equipment, spread mulch, and perform daily cleanup and inspections.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and comfort working outdoors on weekends and overtime as needed. Knowledge of golf etiquette is a plus and safety protocols must be followed.

Qualifications

• Prefer previous experience on golf course or construction site (including use of Heavy Equipment).
• Must be able to bend, stretch and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel and work in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Open to receiving feedback regarding performance.
• Punctuality is a must.
• Knowledge of golf rules and etiquette is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all golf course areas and maintenance facility.
• Operate hand-held equipment such as weed eater, self-propelled walking mower, backpack and push blowers, fly-mower, edger, rake and shovel.
• Spread pine and hardwood mulch 3 times per week. Involves standing and loading/unloading.
• Conduct daily equipment cleanup and maintain cart paths, greens and tees.
• Walk greens and tees to monitor condition and ensure safety protocols.
• Inspect equipment and report issues to Equipment Manager.
• Ensure safety through use of PPE and safe operation of vehicles and machinery.
• All other duties as required by supervision.

Skills

Heavy Equipment

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains all golf course areas and maintenance facility. Involves use of hand-held type equipment such as:

Weed eater Self-propelled walking mower

Backpack and push blowers Fly-mower

Edger Rake and shovel

Dew whips Core pusher

Picks and pitchforks Level lawn

• Operate utility cart in a safe manner always keeping feet inside the cart
• Maintains sprinkler heads and valve boxes
• Maintains bunkers
• Maintains cart paths (edge and blow)
• Walk Mow Greens and Tees
• Daily cleanup of equipment and facility
• Blow Fairways and Rough
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and report any issues or repairs needed to the Equipment Manager.
• Spread pine and hardwood mulch 3 times per week. Involves standing, load/unload mulch and hand spreading.
• All other duties as required by the supervision.

Safety Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Performs job responsibilities and operates equipment according to the company safety and training programs.
• Use personal protective equipment as trained and required. Wear safety glasses, ear plugs, steel toe boots when required, sunscreen, gloves, and seatbelts when required.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Report safety or hazard concerns to management.
• Reports any on the job injury to management immediately.
• Take personal responsibility for safety every day.
• Report equipment issues to Equipment Manager immediately.

Qualifications:

• Prefer previous experience on golf course or construction site (including use of Heavy Equipment)
• Operate equipment with precision and care.
• Must be able to bend, stretch and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel and work in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Open to receiving feedback regarding performance
• Punctuality is a must.
• Knowledge of golf rules and etiquette is a plus.

Schedule:

• Golf Course Maintenance operates 7 days per week. Employees must be available to work weekends and overtime hours as required.