Golf Course Grounds Worker - Springfield Oaks

Oakland County; Davisburg (KY); On-site; USD 1,137,000 - 1,619,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland County Parks and Recreation seeks Golf Course Grounds Workers to maintain Springfield Oaks Golf Course. You will work with a skilled team outdoors, keeping the course in top condition for golfers and visitors.

This 20–25 hour/week, 1000-hour/year role offers hands-on experience with professional groundskeeping equipment and a chance to contribute to premier park facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate or GED.
• Valid US driver’s license required; out-of-country licenses must obtain MI license before hire date.
• Pass the employment medical exam as part of the process.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily mowing, edging, and general grounds maintenance to keep Springfield Oaks in excellent condition.
• Operate groundskeeping equipment including mowers, tractors, trimmers, blowers, and rakes.
• Set up and move park equipment as needed while following safety procedures.
• Assist with cart staging, cleaning, and irrigation system startup/shutdown.
• Maintain clean common areas and interact with park visitors in a courteous manner.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety techniques

Manual tasks

Teamwork

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Trimmers

Blowers

Job description

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

Compensation: $16.04 per hour
This position is limited to 1000 hours per year, the schedule is 20-25 hours/week
Location: Davison, MI

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in maintaining beautiful 18-hole golf courses?

Oakland County Parks and Recreation is seeking dependable and hardworking Golf Course Grounds Workers to help maintain Springfield Oaks Golf Course. In this hands-on role, you’ll work alongside an experienced grounds team to keep the course in outstanding condition while helping create an exceptional experience for golfers and park visitors.

If you enjoy working with landscaping equipment, staying active, and seeing the results of your work every day, this is a great opportunity to spend your time outdoors in one of Oakland County’s premier parks.

What you’ll do

• Assist with the daily maintenance and upkeep of Springfield Oaks Golf Course, grounds, and surrounding park facilities


• Operate groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, tractors, trimmers, blowers, rakes, and other landscaping tools


• Perform mowing, trimming, raking, landscaping, and general grounds maintenance to keep the course in excellent condition


• Set up, move, and maintain park and recreation equipment as needed


• Follow established safety procedures while utilizing County technology and department software to complete daily responsibilities

Why you’ll love it

• Spend your workday outdoors on one of Oakland County’s premier golf courses


• Build hands-on experience in golf course maintenance, landscaping, and parks operations


• Work with a supportive team dedicated to maintaining exceptional recreational facilities


• Stay active while making a visible impact on a course enjoyed by thousands of golfers each season


• Gain valuable experience operating professional groundskeeping equipment and maintaining high-quality outdoor spaces


• Enjoy flexible seasonal work with opportunities to develop skills in golf course maintenance

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in a job well done, and want to help maintain one of Oakland County’s premier golf destinations, we’d love to have you join the Springfield Oaks Golf Course team.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have passed their 18th birthday OR be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate or the State requirements for a G.E.D. certificate; OR be an emancipated minor.


• Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.


• Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Reasonable knowledge of customer service interactions and ability to communicate with others.


• Some knowledge of the use of elementary hand and power tools.


• Reasonable knowledge of and ability to practice standard safety techniques.


• Reasonable ability to perform routine, repetitive, and/or manual tasks.


• Reasonable ability to maintain personal cleanliness and a presentable public appearance.


• Reasonable ability to follow standardized oral and written instructions.


• Reasonable ability to work and cooperate in a team effort, when necessary, to successfully complete an assignment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.

RESPONSIBILITIES - RECREATION PROGRAMS & SERVICES

• Golf Course groundskeeping staff perform golf course mowing using power equipment, bunker maintenance, trash removal, tree maintenance including planting, pruning and line trimming, and custodial services in restrooms and public areas.


• May assist with cart staging and cleaning when other staff are not available.


• May assist with repair and installation of irrigation equipment on golf courses or start up and shut down of golf course irrigation systems on a yearly basis.


• Supports recreational program such as special events, campground activities and mobile recreation, including the transportation, set up, maintenance and supervision of inflatables, climbing towers, and retro games activities.


• Interacts with park visitors of all ages.


• Communicates with staff, volunteers, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

• Answers public inquiries regarding other County parks.


• Performs the duties of part-time seasonal employees in various classes when necessary.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.


• Ability to operate equipment as assigned to complete work duties including but not limited to computers, phones, hand tools, power tools such as weedwhips, blowers, snow throwers, motorized grounds keeping tractors and ride on mowers, golf carts, or other maintenance vehicles.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to heat, cold and other weather elements.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Union

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.