Groundskeeper

Troon; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Club at Eaglebrooke in Lakeland, FL is seeking a part-time Groundskeeper. You will help maintain the golf course and grounds, with opportunities to grow knowledge of golf club operations as part of the Troon team.

Beginner Greenskeepers are welcome; valid driver’s license required; familiarity with English is helpful for communication and manuals. Flexible schedule and seasonal extended hours may be needed.

Qualifications

• Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e., the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).

Responsibilities

• Maintains clean and organized work areas on the golf course and maintenance facility.
• Mows greens, approaches, fairways, rough, tees and other areas.
• Waters tees, greens and fairways; operates irrigation heads in dry areas needing additional water.
• Repairs the irrigation system, pipes and irrigation heads as necessary.
• Grades and prepares soil base, lays sod and seeds greens, tees and fairways.
• Trims and prunes hedges and shrubbery; cleans flower beds.
• Applies pesticides and fertilizer to the golf course.
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Skills

English proficiency

Job description

The Club at Eaglebrooke
Lakeland, FL 33813, USA

Description

The Club at Eaglebrooke, located in Lakeland, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for apart-time Groundskeeper! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing togrow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate ofTroon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

At Troon, we believe our Associates are our greatest strength and competitive advantage. Whether you have a specialized trade or possess a knack for nurturing and preserving landscape, there’s an exciting opportunity for you to apply your skills at The Club at Eaglebrooke.

Ideal candidates have a passion for landscaping and nurturing our grounds. As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for the landscaping and maintenance around the golf course. Beginner Greenskeepers are welcome – while knowledge of grounds maintenance is preferred, previous experience is not required for the position.

Ideal candidates have flexible schedules with availability to work extended hours during golf and holiday season, as needed.

Our team has made a conscious effort to ensure strong protocols are in place to keep you and our patrons safe, so you can focus on the customer experience, landscape, and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains clean and organized work areas on the golf course and maintenance facility.
• Mows greens, approaches, fairways, rough, tees and other areas.
• Waters tees, greens and fairways; operates irrigation heads in dry areas needing additional water.
• Repairs the irrigation system, pipes and irrigation heads as necessary.
• Grades and prepares soil base, lays sod and seeds greens, tees and fairways.
• Trims and prunes hedges and shrubbery; cleans flower beds.
• Applies pesticides and fertilizer to the golf course.
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e., the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).

Working Conditions:

• Frequently uses hands.
• Regularly stands, walks, sits, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, and crawls.
• Frequently lifts, moves, and carries up to 50 pounds; to push or pull up to 100 pounds.