Golf Course Maintenance Worker Aide

Cordova Recreation & Park District; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cordova Recreation & Park District operates the Cordova Golf Course and is seeking a self-driven team player for landscape and maintenance duties with strong customer service. The role supports turf care, irrigation, pruning, cleaning, and safety during daily operations. Seasonal, early-morning schedules apply, with shifts from 5:00 a.m.

to 1:30 p.m. or 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and possible weekends; up to 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or desirable.
• Experience in golf course maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance of turf by mowing tees, greens, fairways and rough; edging, fertilizing, aerating and raking.
• Maintain golf course standards with daily setup, tee markers and hole locations.
• Assist in installation, repair and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Hand watering greens and dry areas as needed.
• Prune and maintain shrubs and trees.
• Perform janitorial and grounds cleaning tasks.
• Operate maintenance equipment and keep tools organized.
• Maintain written records and reports.

Skills

Mowing greens

Irrigation maintenance

Seasonal labor

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Irrigation systems

Maintenance equipment

Job description

We are seeking a self-driven and detail-oriented candidate to assist with golf course landscape and maintenance duties, along with demonstrating exceptional customer service!

Summary Description

Under supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent, performs a variety of unskilled/semi-skilled labor and maintenance work in the maintenance and operations of the Cordova Golf Course. Our ideal candidate has an understanding of the game of golf.

Typical Schedule

Seasonal, schedule will vary based on weather and course needs - 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday; may include weekends and holidays not to exceed 40 hours per week.

Who We Are

Established in 1958, Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) is an independent special district governed by an elected Board of Directors.

We provide quality recreational programs, parks and services for our diverse and growing region. We currently operate over 50 parks and facilities across more than 600 acres of urban and open space. We also operate Cordova Golf Course which is a full-service 18-Hole course with a lighted driving range, pro-shop and lessons from PGA professionals. We host dozens of events throughout the year and provide athletic, educational and creative outlets for children and adults of all ages.

We proudly serve communities within Sacramento County including the City of Rancho Cordova and the communities of Gold River, Larchmont, Mather, Riviera East, Rosemont and additional unincorporated portions of Sacramento County.

Learn more about Who We Are at https://www.cordovarpd.gov/

Learn more about the Cordova Golf Course

https://www.cordovagc.gov/

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assists in the maintenance of turf by mowing tees, greens, fairways and rough; also edging, fertilizing, aerating and raking green areas.
• Maintains golf course standards with daily Golf Course set-up, changing tee markers and hole location.
• Assists in the installation, repair and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Assists in the hand watering of greens and dry areas using quick coupler and hose during warm season.
• Assists in the installation, pruning, and maintenance of various shrubs and trees.
• Perform a variety of janitorial work; sweep, mop, and clean areas; clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms; empty trash receptacles.
• Perform general grounds cleaning; clean and maintain assigned areas; pick up and discard trash and litter; remove and clean-up graffiti; pressure wash assigned areas as necessary.
• Assess facilities, equipment, and apparatus to identify conditions and safety concerns; take appropriate action to ensure safety.
• Operate a variety of maintenance equipment; clean, maintain, and organize tools and equipment required for the job.
• Maintain written records and reports.
• Perform related duties as required.

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Basic materials, methods, terminology, and tools used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of parks and facilities.
• Proper and safe methods, techniques, materials, and equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair District parks and facilities.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
• Basic report preparation.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.

Ability to:

• Perform unskilled/semi-skilled park and facilities maintenance work.
• Operate maintenance tools and equipment related to area of assignment.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions and schedules.
• Perform simple mathematics.
• Meet customer service and teamwork guidelines as defined in the performance standards.
• Be accountable for knowledge and adherence to the District policy manual.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines

- Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. One year of training and experience in the skilled minimum requirements listed above is desirable. Golf Course maintenance experience preferred.

Additional Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.

Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background check.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Environment

Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions; some exposure to loud noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, chemicals, and gases; work at various locations throughout the District; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; regular interaction with District staff, general public and other organizations; occasionally deal with dissatisfied individuals.

Physical

Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an indoor and outdoor; to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or up to 50 pounds; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; to make frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and coworker contact; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision

See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing

Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

Pre-Hire Requirements

Before an employee is hired, they must successfully complete pre-employment requirements that may include, but are not limited to: fingerprinting and Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background check, a clear tuberculosis screening, pre-employment physical, pre-employment drug screening, reference check, DMV check, licensure/certification check, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.

SELECTION PROCEDURES

Initial Selection Review: The Cordova Recreation & Park District reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants.Applications will be screened against the criteria outlined in this job posting, the minimum qualifications, responses to the supplemental questions, and other needs of the position. The best qualified candidates will be invited to a series of panel interviews at a date that is to be determined.

Testing: Testing for this position or any other position may include, but is not limited to the following: practical exam, panel interview, physical ability test, assessment center, etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process, the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, please contact the assigned recruiter upon opening of the recruitment. Cordova Recreation & Park District is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.

Withdrawing from Recruitment Process: Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from a recruitment process, they are required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.

Questions: All questions regarding this position should be directed to the assigned recruiter.

NOTE: The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Cordova Recreation & Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.