Golf Maintenance Greenskeepers and Equipment Operators

The Crescent Hotels Group; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation

Exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates

401K matching program

Flexible scheduling

Discounts at Crescent managed properties

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is looking for an experienced Equipment Operator to join their agronomy team. The role involves safely operating and maintaining a range of golf course equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, preferably with experience in golf course maintenance or landscaping. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential. The position offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience with equipment and/or in golf course maintenance or landscaping preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to operate various golf course equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain equipment as assigned.
• Perform daily maintenance tasks on the golf course and grounds.
• Keep maintenance logs for machinery and equipment.

Skills

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Golf course equipment

Job description

Description

Golden Horseshoe Golf Club is seeking an experienced individual to join their agronomy team and fill the position of equipment operator.

Under general direction from the Golf Course Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent or Crew Foreman, the Equipment operator safely utilizes a variety of tools, machinery and equipment to perform maintenance duties around the golf course and grounds. Responsibilities also include cleaning equipment after each use and performing minor repairs and/or routine maintenance on the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment and accessories as trained and assigned including, but not limited to, greens mowers, rotary mowers, flymos, gang mowers, tri-plex mowers, vertical mowers, line trimmers, edgers, utility vehicles, back-pack blowers, portable pumps, aerifiers, spikers, mechanical top dressers, sod cutters, mechanical bunker rakes, tractors, sweepers, blades, loaders, backhoes, trenchers, chain saws, and miscellaneous hand tools.
• Properly care for assigned equipment by inspecting machinery before and after each use, cleaning machinery after each use, making necessary minor adjustments to equipment and reporting machinery/equipment problems to the mechanic.
• Maintain maintenance and fluid use logs (gas and oil) on assigned equipment.
• Perform daily maintenance tasks on the golf course and grounds as well as the maintenance facility and clubhouse as assigned and directed. Duties may include, but not limited to, loading and unloading materials, trimming trees, removing cuttings, laying sod, hand raking bunkers, drainage installation and repair, and repairing ball marks and filling divots.
• Perform golf course service and set up work as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school, college degree, required or preferred.
• 1 year experience with equipment and/or in golf course maintenance or landscaping preferred.
• Valid driver’s license. Driving record meeting Company safety policies and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to operate golf course equipment.
• Demonstrated quality verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.
• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation
• Exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & their family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Flexible scheduling to help you with work/life balance
• Opportunity to grow with us, a top rated company on Glassdoor
• Discounts to any of our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
• A workplace that you can be proud of, where you are valued, trusted and supported by the team

All candidates hired will be required to provide proof of vaccination to the Company. The Company will provide reasonable accommodation to any individual who is not able to comply with this vaccination requirement due to a disability or other protected ground.

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