Golf Course Maintenance Worker

NOVA Parks; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

NOVA Parks in Lorton, Virginia seeks a part-time Golf Course Maintenance Worker to uphold the course appearance. Up to 40 hours per week with health benefits.

You will operate mowers and landscape equipment, perform planting and maintenance tasks, assist with repairs, and interact with visitors while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to operate small engine equipment safely.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic repairs.
• Effective communication with the public.
• Able to lift and perform heavy/manual labor.
• Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Must wear standard uniform.

Responsibilities

• Mows grass on greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and driving ranges.
• Rakes sand traps and maintains turf.
• Pick up litter and debris.
• Maintain planting beds and landscape features.
• Operate golf course vehicles and small engine equipment.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and minor repairs.
• Assist public with inquiries and provide information.
• Attend staff meetings and training.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate small engine equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Communication with public

Stamina and strength

Valid driver's license

Uniform compliance

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Job description

The Golf Course Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining the appearance of the golf course. This position is part-time, up to 40 hours per week, with health benefits offered.

Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Mows grass on greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and driving ranges using a variety of mowers, tractors and specialized equipment.


• Rakes sand traps.


• Pick up and remove litter and debris.


• Replace fluid in golf ball washers.


• Perform various landscape maintenance to include weeding, mulching edging and raking.


• Operate small engine equipment such as chain saws, backpack blowers and line trimmers.


• Establish plant beds, plant flowers, bulbs, shrubs, and trees, and maintain planted areas.


• Operate golf course vehicles which may include pickup trucks, dump trucks, sand trap rakes, and utility vehicles.


• Clean & organize maintenance shop.


• Assist with routine maintenance/repair of equipment to include changing oil, oil filters, replacing worn parts, and making minor mechanical adjustments.


• Sharpen or replace worn blades on mowers; replace string on line trimmers; sharpen or replace worn chain saw chains.


• Prepare and load equipment & tools for use and/or to transport.


• Perform manual labor and related work as required.


• Assists with public relations by handling visitor inquiries, and providing information and assistance.


• Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service training.


• Reports unsafe conditions to the Golf Course Superintendent or Supervisor on duty.


• Carries out additional duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent or Supervisor on Duty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be age 18 or over.


• Ability to operate small engine equipment properly and safely.


• Mechanical aptitude with ability to make minor repairs on equipment.


• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.


• Ability to learn the operation of the facility.


• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.


• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.


• Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.


• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.


• Possession of or ability to obtain valid driver’s license, must maintain safe driving record.


• Must have reliable transportation.


• Must purchase and wear standard uniform.