Maintenance - Grounds Keeper/Pool

Centurion American Development Group; Bonham (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion American Development Group is seeking a Golf Course Maintenance Worker to keep the course in top condition for daily play. Responsibilities include mowing all turf areas, assisting with aeration, top-dressing, and performing routine equipment maintenance.

Ideal candidates have high school diplomas and are willing to work weekends and early mornings. Prior golf course maintenance experience is a plus, and training is often provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work weekends and early morning shifts.
• Prior golf course maintenance experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Mow greens, tees, fairways, and roughs with reel-type or rotary mowers.
• Hand-shovel dirt or gravel and assist in aerification and top-dressing of greens.
• Operate maintenance equipment and perform routine repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Mowing greens

Equipment operation

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Reel-type mower

Rotary mower

Aerator

Job description

A Golf Course Maintenance Worker plays a crucial role in ensuring that a golf course remains in optimal condition for players. Their responsibilities encompass a variety of tasks aimed at maintaining the course's aesthetics and functionality.

Typical duties include mowing greens, tees, fairways, and roughs using reel-type and rotary mowers; hand-shoveling dirt or gravel; assisting in aerification and top-dressing of greens; operating various maintenance equipment; and performing routine repairs and maintenance both scheduled and in response to emergencies.

In addition to these tasks, workers may be responsible for:

• Raking bunkers
• Changing hole locations
• Hand-watering
• Blowing debris
• Filling ball washers and water coolers
• They are also tasked with maintaining equipment by ensuring it is fueled, oiled, and inspected regularly.

Physical Demands Of The Role Include

• Standing for extended period using hands and fingers to handle tools
• Reaching with hands and arms, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and occasionally lifting to 50 pounds
• Work is predominantly outdoors, requiring physical strength, endurance, and manual dexterity.

While prior experience in golf course maintenance is beneficial, employers often provide training in agronomy, horticultural operations, or related areas. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically preferred. Workers should also be prepared to work weekends and early morning shifts to ensure the course is ready for daily play.

Overall, a Golf Course Maintenance Worker contributes significantly to the upkeep of the golf course, ensuring a pleasant experience for all visitors