Golf Course Greenskeeper

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University Golf Course in Phoenix invites applicants for a greenskeeper role. The position supports greens, tees, fairways and bunkers with both hand and machine methods, outdoors in varying weather.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, experience with motorized equipment, and be able to pass a background check. The role requires physical stamina and reliable attendance, with on-site work at the GCU course.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience with mechanical operation of motorized equipment.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Walk mowing of greens.
• Mow tees, fairways, and roughs with ride on equipment.
• Hand and machine raking of bunkers.
• Ensure equipment cooling system works, refuels daily, cleans equipment, and reports problems.
• Provide basic preventative maintenance and return equipment to the maintenance facility.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical operation

Following directions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. The GCU Golf Course in Phoenix endeavors to enhance the local community with upscale, yet affordable, recreation. The golf course provides a learning environment for GCU business students and serves as the home for GCU Golf student-athletes. Our mission is to position the former Maryvale Golf Course as a community and university asset.

Grand Canyon University Golf Course is seeking a greenskeeper. The Golf Course Greenkeeper is proficient at most basic course duties including but not limited to hand and machine raking of bunkers, mowing of greens, tees, fairways and roughs, operation of weed eaters, hedge trimmers, backpack blowers.

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:

• Walk mowing of greens.
• Mow tees, fairways, and roughs with ride on equipment.
• Hand and machine raking of bunkers.
• Ensure that the equipment cooling system is working at all times, refills fuel daily, clean equipment after each use, and report any equipment problems or failures to the Equipment Manager immediately.
• Provide basic preventative maintenance on equipment as directed by the Equipment Manager or supervisor and return the equipment to its designated location at the maintenance facility.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Equipment Used and Responsibility

• Knowledge of safe, efficient mechanical operation of motorized equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Performs all duties to Grand Canyon University Golf Course Maintenance standards.

Experience/ Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience with mechanical operation of motorized equipment.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting: 1-2 hours a day
• Standing: 6-7 hours a day
• Walking: 6-7 hours a day
• Lifting: Frequently
• Carrying: Frequently
• Pushing: Frequently
• Bending: Frequently
• Squatting: Occasionally
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Grasping: Frequently
• Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Continuously
• Driving: Occasionally

Work Environment:

Work performed is primarily outside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.

#INDLOPESUP GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.