Golf Turf Laborers

Provo City; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a well-respected city department as a Golf Turf Laborer at Timpanogos Golf Course, where you will contribute to maintaining one of Utah's premier public golf courses. This seasonal position offers the chance to work outdoors, performing essential maintenance tasks and operating various equipment. You'll gain valuable experience while enjoying perks like free admission to local attractions and discounts from vendors. If you have a strong work ethic and enjoy working in a team environment, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a difference in your community while enjoying the great outdoors.

Benefits

Free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating

Free Provo City Library Card

Discounts from local and national vendors

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance and manual labor is essential.
• Knowledge of safe use of hand tools and equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance duties and operate light equipment.
• Assist in constructing new greens, tees, and fairways.

Skills

Manual labor skills

Ability to follow directions

Communication skills

Physical strength and agility

Education

Any relevant training or experience

Tools

Hand tools

Light equipment

Mowers

Dump trucks

Job description

Position Title: Golf Turf Laborer

Job Posting Closing Date: ***OPEN FILE RECRUITMENT***
[Applications will be considered in the order they are received.]

Provo City is hiring seasonal laborers to perform work at the Timpanogos Golf Course.

Established in 1923, Timpanogos Golf Club is the premier public golf course in the State of Utah. As part of the Provo Parks and Recreation Department, Timpanogos Golf Club is honored to be part of one of a handful of premier Parks and Recreation Departments in the United States. The Provo Parks and Recreation department was recently named “Best of Utah” and received the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Parks & Recreation Management.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

Pay Rate: $10.00 - $18.00 per hour, depending upon skill level and experience. Payment will be by direct deposit.

Seasonal Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive benefits such as:

1. Free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating.
2. A free Provo City Library Card.
3. Discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do?

• Perform general maintenance duties including routine manual labor.
• Operate mowers, dump trucks, or other light equipment.
• Grease reels and motors.
• Maintain fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment on a daily basis.
• Report equipment problems or failure to the equipment manager.
• Wash, clean, and maintain equipment and grounds shop/garage.
• Rake bunkers.
• Assist in constructing new greens, tees, and fairways.
• Lay sod and seed tees, greens, and fairways.
• Install paths using gravel and asphalt mixes.
• Excavate and backfill ditches and trenches with hand tools.
• May be assigned responsibility to care for and maintain several designated holes on the golf course.
• Assist other crew members as needed and perform other related work as required.

What do I need to apply?

• Any training or experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Working knowledge of the safe use of hand tools and equipment required by the position.
• Physical strength and agility enough to perform the work, ability to follow directions and communicate with the public in a courteous manner.
• Valid, lawful driver license and/or commercial driver license may be required at the time of appointment.

What are the hours and duration?

This is a part-time seasonal position for a fixed term from approximately February 20 – December 2, 2025. Actual schedule may vary throughout the season and will be coordinated with the supervisor.

What are the physical and environmental factors?

This position requires working outside in all weather conditions including rain, sun, and varying temperatures. This position may also require using equipment, bending, reaching, stooping, climbing, and lifting items up to 50lbs. May interact with members of the public in tense or hostile situations.

What is the selection process?

This is an open file posting. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for a minimum of 60 days. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, the candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identified as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking. Together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Full Time/Part Time: Part time

Position Type: Seasonal (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 40