Maintenance Worker - Golf

Gfoat; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a Groundskeeper in Kerrville, Texas to maintain the municipal golf course and other facilities. This role involves maintaining turf, landscaping, and equipment while providing excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of landscaping and equipment operation and be able to work under varying environmental conditions. A commitment to safety and teamwork is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of turf care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds and facilities including the golf course.
• Apply pesticides safely and effectively.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Landscaping

Equipment operation

Pesticide handling

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Power tools

Job description

Job Summary:

Maintain the grounds and facilities of the City’s municipal golf course and other facilities as assigned. Maintain equipment, turf, landscaping, grounds, irrigation systems, and perform other duties as assigned.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the principal duties and responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

• Maintain the putting greens and tees using specialized equipment.
• Maintain sand traps, fairways, and roughs with various landscaping tools.
• General grounds upkeep: trimming, debris removal, landscaping, restroom cleaning, sign installation, etc.
• Apply pesticides; control vegetation, and ensure safe handling procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service and enforcement of golf course rules.
• Assist with department activities and special events.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Duties are generally performed in both outdoor and indoor settings. This is medium to heavy work requiring the exertion of fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and up to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move, lift and push objects. Work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pushing and pulling. This position is subject to outside environmental conditions, including extreme cold, extreme heat, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

The City of Kerrville is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals. A City of Kerrville application is required. Resumes are considered additional information, and accepted with a completed City application.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic operational and vocational skills equivalent to a high school education.
• Knowledge of landscaping, equipment operation, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, and turf care.
• Familiarity with pesticide handling and application standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively and courteously with others.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

• Mowers, tractors, carts, weed eaters, chainsaws, backhoes, trimmers, power tools, PPE including hard hats and goggles.

Education, Certification and Experience Required:

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.
• One year of agronomy experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
• Possession of a current Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Pesticide license preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work an irregular work schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Work may require the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, interns, seasonal or temporary employees.
• Subject to 24-hour call during emergencies.
• May be required to assist with special events with other departments.