GROUNDSKEEPER - MYSTIC CREEK

City of Dearborn; Milford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Camp Dearborn season pass

Discounts on food/beverage and apparel

Discounts on golf and golf equipment

Job summary

City of Dearborn seeks a seasonal groundskeeper at Mystic Creek Golf Course, Camp Dearborn in Milford. This seven-day operation runs March through November with varying schedules including weekends and holidays.

The position is physically demanding, outdoors in all weather, and involves loading/unloading and basic equipment maintenance. A valid driver’s license and reliable attendance are required, plus a background check and pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Seasonal position March–November with weekends/holidays.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Background check and pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Physically transport and load heavy objects as needed.
• Mow lawns and maintain grounds and property.
• Maintain and operate groundskeeping equipment.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Skills

Independent work

Cooperative work

Lawn mower operation

Job description

MINIMUM AGE: 18 yearsPLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Mystic Creek Golf Course, Camp Dearborn in MilfordOURS/PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: Seasonal position – during the months of March – November.The golf course is a seven-day operation. The schedule for this position will vary and will include weekends and holidays. Extended time off during this period is extremely limited.NOTE: As a Mystic Creek employee you will receive a free season pass to Camp Dearborn; discounts on food/beverage and apparel; discounts on golf and golf equipment.GENERAL DESCRIPTION:This is a routine unskilled laborer position. The employee performs a variety of tasks, which vary depending on assignment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Functions essential to attaining job objectives):Physically transports heavy objects for an extended period of time.Loads and unloads heavy objects for an extended period of time.Maintains grounds and landscaping, i.e. cutting grass and maintaining property.Maintains equipment, i.e. painting, cleaning, periodic maintenance of equipment.Works outdoors in extreme heat, rain or other unfavorable weather conditions.Follows verbal and written instruction.Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Ability to work independently.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.Ability to operate a riding lawn mower and other grounds keeping equipment.NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:Must possess a valid driver license.POST-EMPLOYMENT OFFER REQUIREMENTS:Satisfactory completion of background check (including sex offender registry if applicable) and a pre-employment physical and drug screen that tests for illegal drugs as defined by the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act but not those legalized under Michigan law.