Greenskeeper

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a dedicated golf course maintenance worker to perform a range of groundskeeping tasks under supervision. You will operate equipment, mow ranges, and keep tees and fairways in top condition, while ensuring clean facilities and safe operations.

Responsibilities include litter removal, sand trap maintenance, restroom sanitation, and minor facility repairs. A valid CDL is not required, but physical endurance is essential for outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months golf course maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to maintain the golf course.
• Mow and maintain tees, fairways and holes.
• Collect litter and debris from course and facilities.
• Maintain sand traps with riding rake.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms.
• Provide minor repairs to facilities including Tournament Center.
• Transport ice and water coolers for golfers.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn mowers

String trimmers

Backpack blowers

Edgers

Riding sand trap rake

Job description

Summary

Responsible for performing a combination of duties related to golf course maintenance under the direct supervision of a lead person or superintendent.

• Operate various types of equipment such as lawn mowers, string trimmers, backpack blowers, small utility tractors with attachments, edgers, small hand tools such as shovels and hand rakes to help maintain golf course.
• Mow and maintain the driving range tees, fairways and holes of the golf courses.
• Collect and dispose of litter and debris from golf course, buildings and restrooms.
• Maintain the sand traps by operating a riding sand trap rake.
• Clean and sanitize course restrooms.
• Provide minor and routine repairs and maintenance to facilities including the Tournament Center for special events.
• Transport and place ice and water filled coolers on the courses for golfers use. Refill and replace as needed.

Summary

Responsible for performing a combination of duties related to golf course maintenance under the direct supervision of a lead person or superintendent.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate various types of equipment such as lawn mowers, string trimmers, backpack blowers, small utility tractors with attachments, edgers, small hand tools such as shovels and hand rakes to help maintain golf course.
• Mow and maintain the driving range tees, fairways and holes of the golf courses.
• Collect and dispose of litter and debris from golf course, buildings and restrooms.
• Maintain the sand traps by operating a riding sand trap rake.
• Clean and sanitize course restrooms.
• Provide minor and routine repairs and maintenance to facilities including the Tournament Center for special events.
• Transport and place ice and water filled coolers on the courses for golfers use. Refill and replace as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• 6 months experience in golf course maintenance

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year experience in golf course maintenance (training available)
• Commercial Drivers License preferred, not required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of City Safety Procedures
• Knowledge of safety methods and procedures in equipment operation

  Licenses and Certifications

  None

  Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  The incumbent works with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold, rain, humidity, wetness, insects, noxious odors, fumes, and physical stress from exertion and lifting. Exposed to physical exertion such as bending, lifting, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.