Grounds Keeper

copperascove; Copperas Cove (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

copperascove is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to maintain the city's golf course. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, landscaping, and assisting with tournament setups under supervision.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of landscaping experience. A valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License is mandatory. The job involves working outdoors under various weather conditions and requires physical stamina.

Qualifications

• At least six months of landscaping experience.
• Must possess a valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License by date of hire.
• Knowledge of equipment and materials for grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the golf course including mowing, trimming, and edging turf areas.
• Assists with tournament setup and maintains irrigation systems.
• Effectively communicates with citizens about services provided.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Communication skills

Knowledge of golf etiquette

Ability to operate maintenance equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Lawn mowers

Tractors

Hand tools

Job description

Responsibilities and Duties

Maintains the golf course by mowing, trimming, and edging turf areas; prepares the course for use; assists in maintaining irrigation systems; provides landscaping as assigned; picks up trash; cleans restrooms; and adheres to the scheduled maintenance.

Under the general supervision of the Golf Superintendent, assists in training all employees or volunteers.

• Maintains the City of Copperas Cove Golf course by mowing, weed‑eating, edging, trimming trees, and performing irrigation repair.
• Assists with tournament setup and tear down, including range maintenance.
• Works well with others and maintains a positive attitude.
• Performs other essential duties as required to ensure successful operations of the department.
• Effectively communicates with citizens who may have complaints about services provided.
• Maintains regular and timely attendance.

Peripheral Duties

• Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.
• Utilizes strong communication skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Desired Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least six months of landscaping experience.
• Working knowledge of lawn mowers, tractors, and hand tools.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License by date of hire.
• Probable shift work due to evening and weekend events.
• Job location will vary due to seasonal sports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of golf etiquette rules, regulations, and procedures related to grounds maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in building, grounds, and turf maintenance.
• Basic computer skills and ability to operate field maintenance equipment.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to address problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the general public.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview; reference check; job‑related tests may be required; pre‑employment drug tests.

Tools and Equipment Used

Pickup truck; lawn/turf and landscaping equipment, including tractors, mowers, acidifiers/aeration equipment, chainsaw, edgers, backflips, weed trimmers, trailers, backhoe, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, irrigation systems; miscellaneous hand and power tools for lawn maintenance.

Physical Demands

The job requires lifting, carrying, and positioning objects up to 100 lbs; frequent bending, stooping, reaching, stretching, and sitting. The employee is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Regular work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. Frequent work in high, precarious places; exposure to wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxins, or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The noise level is usually loud. The environment is noisy and distracting with multiple areas that need attention to detail.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

No one will perform the duties of a higher position without prior authorization from an individual authorized to approve.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.