Groundskeeper - Golf Course

City of Alice, TX; Alice (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Job summary

City of Alice, TX is seeking a motivated grounds maintenance worker to perform landscape upkeep on parks, recreational and athletic facilities. You will mow, plant, trim, and maintain turf and facilities, operate lawn equipment, and assist with irrigation and golf-cart maintenance as needed.

Candidates must hold a valid Texas driver's license, follow safety rules, and communicate effectively with team members and the public in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas driver's license.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• General knowledge of materials, equipment and methods used in the trade.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Performs landscape maintenance including mowing, raking, planting, trimming trees, grass and weeds.
• Mow fairway, greens, and rough areas using techniques common to golf course care and upkeep.
• Safely operate lawn and turf maintenance equipment.
• Maintain, clean and store assigned equipment according to policies and procedures.
• Dig and/or fill holes using shovels or other lawn care equipment.
• Assist in leveling out tee boxes and spreading fertilizer.
• Assist in repairs of irrigation systems and golf cart maintenance.
• General upkeep of the maintenance barn.

Skills

Follow instructions

Communication

Trade knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Texas driver's license

Job description

Primary Purpose

Performs maintenance activities on parks grounds, building, recreational and athletic facilities and small equipment in accordance with established procedures for proper maintenance of equipment, departmental operation and safety.

Primary Purpose

Performs maintenance activities on parks grounds, building, recreational and athletic facilities and small equipment in accordance with established procedures for proper maintenance of equipment, departmental operation and safety.

Education/Certification

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• General knowledge of materials, equipment and methods used in the trade
• Mechanical aptitude

Experience

• Prefer 2 years' experience in landscaping, lawncare, and other agricultural work at a golf course
• Experience in operating zero-turn mowers and tractors pulling mowers that are PTO driven
• Prefer experience in managing pond algae

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Performs landscape maintenance involving mowing, raking, planting, trimming trees, grass and weeds
• Mow fairway, greens, and rough areas using specific techniques common to golf course care and upkeep
• Safely operate lawn and turf maintenance equipment
• Maintain, clean and store assigned equipment according to established policies and procedures.
• Dig and/or fill holes using shovels or other lawn care equipment
• Assists in leveling out tee boxes
• Assists in spreading fertilizer
• Assists in repairs of irrigation systems
• Assists in golf cart maintenance including, flat tire repair and battery maintenance
• General upkeep of the maintenance barn

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Full-time Employees Receive

• Paid medical, dental & life insurance for employee;
• Low-cost vision plan;
• Retirement plan: Member contribution rate 5% matching ratio (City to Member) 2 : 1, years required for vesting 5, retirement eligibility (Age/Service) 60/5, 0/20
• Employee assistance program;
• 12 paid holidays per year;
• Vacation (80 hrs of vacation a year for less than 5 yrs of service, 120 hrs of vacation a year for 5 yrs + of service;
• 80 hours of sick leave a year;
• 2 personal days a year

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Lawn mowers, weed eaters, pruning shears, shovels, chainsaws; small hand tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; climbing; crawling; carrying

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent walking, climbing ladders and scaffolding; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, insects and wildlife including bees and snakes; dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, and vibration; work around moving objects or vehicles; may work alone; occasional prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with others in a professional manner.

• All duties to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
• All positions are considered essential and are subject to recall during emergencies

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.