Laborer (Golf)

U.S. Department of the Navy; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Navy seeks a Golf Course Maintenance Worker at NSA HR Swells Point Golf in Norfolk, VA. This role involves maintaining golf course areas to ensure optimal playing conditions. Duties include operating turf equipment and following safety procedures. Candidates should have foundational lawn care knowledge and demonstrate the ability to work effectively using both hand tools and power equipment.

Qualifications

• Candidate must demonstrate experience and skills relevant to maintenance tasks.
• Ability to drive pickup trucks is required.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties for the golf course, including mowing and cleaning.
• Operate various types of maintenance equipment safely.
• Assist with irrigation and drainage system maintenance.

Skills

General knowledge of lawn care

Ability to operate turf equipment

Ability to follow verbal instructions

Tools

Power turf maintenance equipment

Hand tools

Job description

his position is located in the Naval Support Activity, Regional Support Services Program, Morale Welfare and Recreation Department, Commercial Activities Division, Golf Branch. Incumbent is to perform a variety of duties necessary for the maintenance of the golf course tees, rough and adjacent areas to keep them in the best possible playing condition. This position is located at NSA HR Swells Point Golf in Norfolk, VA

Duties

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties necessary for the maintenance of the golf course tees, rough and adjacent areas to keep them in the best possible playing condition. Performs a variety of golf course maintenance tasks, such as changing cups and moving tee markers, removing trash, mowing tees, collars an aprons, green and tee banks, rough and adjacent areas; raking and edging bunkers; removing leaves and debris; hand watering greens and other areas; aerating and ornamental shrubs; installing and maintaining flower beds; assisting with installing and maintaining irrigation and drainage systems; etc. May apply fertilizers and soil conditioners under direct supervision. Assists in maintaining course accessories such as ball washers, shoe brushes, etc. Operates all types of basic power turf maintenance equipment, including but not limited to: greens mowers, both walking and riding triplex types; out front rotary mowers, push mowers, brush cutters, power reel mowers, power sand trap rakes, aerators, verticutters, seeders, trucksters, etc. May be provided the opportunity to learn to operate tractors with various attachments and/or tractor loader/backhoes. Operates a variety of related equipment such as weed trimmers, chain saws, chippers, hedge trimmers, blowers, tillers, edgers, etc. Uses all types of hand tools such as rakes shovels, hoes, axes, etc. Services equipment before use; may do minor repairs and adjustments as necessary. Cleans equipment after use and informs Equipment Manager of problems encountered. Cleans building interiors, including bathrooms and replenishes supplies as necessary. Paints interior spaces; repairs and paints course accessories during the off-season. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possess the following:

The employee must be able to follow verbal instructions. Ability to read and write is preferred. Must have a general knowledge of lawn care, ability to operate mowers, hand tools, and maintenance equipment. Must be able to drive vehicles such as pickup trucks. The ability to operate all types of turf equipment is strongly preferred.

About the company

The United States Department of the Navy is one of the three military departments within the Department of Defense of the United States of America. The Department of the Navy was established by an Act of Congress on 30 April 1798, to provide a government organizational structure to the United States Navy, the United States Marine Corps and, when directed by the President, the United States Coast Guard, as a service within the Department of the Navy, though each remain independent service branches.

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