Golf Groundskeeper - Golf Course

Florida Gators; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Florida Athletic Association invites applications for a Golf Groundskeeper to maintain the golf course grounds and operate landscaping equipment following safety protocols. The role requires customer-service mindset, independent work, and collaboration, with evenings, weekends, and holidays as part of a non-standard schedule.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least three months of related experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three months of related experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned grounds maintenance of the golf course.
• Operate small landscaping equipment using proper safety standards.
• Follow procedural safety standards at all times.
• Work in a customer-based environment with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Customer service

Independent work

Teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

High energy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Weed Eaters

Trimmers

Edgers

Job description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a Golf Groundskeeper to perform assigned grounds maintenance of the golf course. Operates small landscaping equipment (i.e. mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, edgers, etc) and other specialized equipment in the general maintenance of all areas of the golf course grounds. Operates equipment utilizing proper safety standards and is knowledgeable about and utilizes procedural safety standards at all times.

This position require the incumbent to work in a customer-based environment and have strong customer service skills; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds and with high energy, intense personalities; and work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three months of related experience
• Valid driver's license

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

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