Golf Course Maintenance Worker

Golf Course Maintenance Worker I

Mahomet IL

Description

Classification: Seasonal

Department: Golf Course

Work Location: Lake of the Woods Golf Course (Mahomet IL)

FSLA: Non-exempt

IMRF: Not eligible (works less than 1000 hours annually)

Hours: Work hours will vary based on the season but typically fall between the hours of 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise scheduled. Some evenings weekends and holidays will be required depending on operational needs.

PAY: Grade 2: $17.25-24.99; starting pay at base of range.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Golf Course Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of labor tasks related to the operations and maintenance of the Lake of the Woods Golf Course.

Supervisory Relationships

The Golf Course Maintenance Worker reports to the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. The Golf Course Maintenance Worker may also be supervised during daily tasks by the Golf Course Superintendent. The position does not supervise other staff.

Essential Functions

Maintain tees fairways roughs bunkers fringes and greens as well as all areas adjacent to the course.

Mow and edge grass remove weeds prune trees and shrubs and perform other landscaping tasks around the course and surrounding buildings as needed.

Assist with the planting and cultivation of turf plants shrubs trees and other natural areas.

Change cups; maintain tee boxes flags and poles; and replace/reposition rakes as needed. Ensure ball washing stations are ready for use.

Inspect golf course grounds and facilities for hazards or unsafe conditions and report findings to supervisor.

Service operate and maintain powered and non-powered equipment and tools.

Participate in the operation and maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.

Maintain equipment (including the golf cart fleet) and maintenance facilities in clean safe and efficient working order.

Assist patrons with questions or concerns regarding the golf course or other District facilities and programs.

Explain and enforce District rules and regulations and notify the appropriate authority regarding safety issues.

Perform all job tasks in compliance with the Districts Safety Manual and the department training manual.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience working in a like position with similar duties or responsibilities and/or basic knowledge of golf course operations is preferred.

Knowledge of and interest in the game of golf is preferred.

Illinois Drivers License

Skills and Abilities

Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written directions.

Good communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Strong customer service skills and the ability to successfully interact with persons of all backgrounds and abilities.

Knowledge of or ability to learn the practices and equipment associated with golf course operations and maintenance.

Ability to maintain composure and self-control in difficult situations.

Ability to work independently without direct supervision to exercise judgment in the performance of duties and to identify or solve problems as they arise.

Ability to use standard office equipment including a computer. Moderate skill in the use of Microsoft Office.

Fluent and able to communicate in Englishbilingual skills a plus.

Ability to safely operate District vehicles and a valid drivers license is required.

CPR/AED and First Aid certification or the ability to become certified within 12 months of employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is primarily performed outdoors under various weather conditions including heat cold rain snow or ice. Duties will be performed in close proximity to the general public and the employee may have frequent interactions with patrons. While performing the duties of this position the employee may be exposed to hazardous flora and fauna (e.g. poison ivy wild parsnip biting/stinging insects ticks) and chemicals (e.g. cleaning supplies herbicides/pesticides and gasoline/oil). The employee may also be exposed to machinery with moving mechanical parts and high noise levels.

Normal duties may include stooping twisting climbing balancing kneeling crouching and crawling. Prolonged standing or walking often on unpaved/uneven terrain will be frequent. The employee may regularly handle grasp or feel objects; reach push or pull to reposition items; and may regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using assistive devices or with assistance from other employees. Ability to talk and hear or otherwise effectively communicate with staff and patrons is required. Visual acuity necessary for this position includes close vision distance vision peripheral vision and depth perception.

Use of personal protective equipment will be required based on job specific tasks. This may include but is not limited to the following items:

Work boots

Protective gloves

Safety goggles or glasses

Chaps

Earplugs or ear covers

Reflective vest or hi-vis shirt

Respirators or masks

Helmets

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described above are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application Procedures

Applicants must submit an online application to in order to apply for the position. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis and will be accepted until the position is filled.

EEO Statement

The Champaign County Forest Preserve District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age parental status military service or any other non-merit factor.