Golf Senior Technician - Washington Golf Course

Nogcsa; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 44,951 - 47,017; Full time

Job summary

A public park management organization is seeking a Golf Senior Technician to maintain the Washington Golf Course's health, playability, and appearance. Responsibilities include irrigation maintenance, turf care, and equipment operation. Candidates must have a minimum 2-year degree in turfgrass science or relevant experience, with strong skills in technical operations and training. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $32.63 and increasing over time, with opportunities in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in Ohio.
• Must obtain a pesticide license within 6 months (CAT 8 Turf endorsement preferred).
• Familiar with golf etiquette and rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled work on golf course irrigation and drainage.
• Maintain turf equipment and perform necessary repairs.
• Train team members in equipment operation and safety procedures.

Skills

Irrigation expertise

Turf maintenance

Equipment operation

Leadership

Education

Minimum 2 year degree in turfgrass science

Tools

Tractors

Mowers

Pesticides application equipment

Job description

Job Title

Golf Senior Technician

Job Type

Full‑Time

Location

Washington Golf Course

Job Status

Interviewing

State

OH

Description

Cleveland Metroparks is seeking a Golf Senior Technician at Washington Golf Course. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the overall health, playability, and appearance of the golf course by performing a wide range of skilled and semi‑skilled tasks. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in irrigation, turf maintenance, and equipment operation, along with the ability to work independently and uphold high standards of precision and care. In addition to hands‑on responsibilities, this role contributes to team development by training others in proper equipment use, maintenance practices, and safety procedures, ensuring the course is maintained efficiently and consistently at a professional level.

Essential Functions

• Performs skilled work on golf course irrigation and drainage.
• Performs skilled work in golf grounds maintenance including; cutting cups, raking bunkers, and mowing greens, tees, and fairways while exercising a degree of independent judgement.
• Semi‑skilled in the maintenance and repair of turf equipment including, but not limited to golf carts, triplex mowers, fairway mowers, utility carts, rough mowers.
• Possesses the ability to grind and set up reels for fairway, greens, and tee mowers.
• Demonstrates technical knowledge and proficiency in the handling and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
• Understands how to calibrate tank sprayers and material spreaders for application of products on the golf course.
• Understands, operates and maintains the following equipment: Green, tee, and fairways mowers, greens roller, tractors, topdressers, spreaders, and other related turf equipment.
• Trains other team members in equipment operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Performs assigned duties with efficiency and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year degree or relevant experience in turfgrass science.
• Knowledge of turf maintenance tasks.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver\'s license under the laws of the State of Ohio.
• Some experience with basic maintenance and repair of golf turf equipment.
• Must possess or obtain a pesticide license within 6 months. (CAT 8 Turf endorsement preferred)
• Familiar with golf etiquette and the rules of golf.
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership consistent with teamwork approach that recognizes the contribution of all employees.
• Keeps current with new production methods, techniques, and materials by work assignment locations.
• Possess the necessary written and oral communication skills to communicate professionally.

Compensation

$32.63 with a $0.50 increase every six months until reaching the base rate of $34.13

How to Apply

https://myjobs.adp.com/cmpcareers/cx/job-details?reqId=5001178073706

Start Date

Open Until Filled

Education Level

College

Company Name

Cleveland Metroparks

Company Address

4101 Fulton Parkway

City

Cleveland

Zip Code

44144

Website

www.clevelandmetroparks.com

Contact Name

Michael Cook

Contact Email

[e-mail]

Contact Phone Number

2163860149

Affiliation

The Northern Ohio Golf Course Superintendent Association is a professional non‑profit organization founded in 1923 with the Golf Course Superintendents Association of American.

Our mission is to provide members a network of opportunities to excel professionally by sharing experiences on the maintenance and upkeep of golf courses and contributing to the enjoyment and the vitality of the game of golf.