Seasonal Groundskeeper - Weekends

The City of Bloomington; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government is looking for Seasonal Groundskeepers to assist at a golf course in Bloomington, Minnesota. Responsibilities include maintaining the golf course, which involves mowing, trimming, and other upkeep tasks. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and capable of lifting 70 pounds, with a mechanical aptitude for using small tools. Flexibility for weekend hours is required, along with a commitment to safety and effective teamwork. This position offers an opportunity to engage with the community while maintaining outdoor areas.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds.
• Ability to work in extreme climatic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine golf course maintenance.
• Mow, trim, rake, edge, plant, and prune.
• Maintain effective working relationships with staff and public.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Ability to work independently

Tools

Small hand tools

Riding mowers

Job description

Overview

Seasonal Groundskeepers will assist with various duties at Dwan Golf Course.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine golf course maintenance in all facets of day to day operations.
• Mowing, trimming, raking, edging, planting and pruning and miscellaneous course upkeep.
• Keeps assigned supervisor informed of important developments concerning assigned functions.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Adheres to and keeps current on safety rules and procedures, and any work rules and policies that pertain to the Golf Division.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age upon starting date of employment.
• Good mechanical aptitude - ability to readily learn to operate small hand tools and minor equipment such as saws, trimmers, and riding mowers.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and oral instructions including safety rules.
• Ability to conduct work in a safe manner in accordance with established safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities in climatic extremes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and the general public.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a crew or team.
• Ability to make early am start times (i.e. 5:30 a.m. start).
• Ability to work some weekends.

Shift Types

• Weekend hours (i.e. 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.) with flexible scheduling.

The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.