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Grounds team leader golf (Full Time) - UNITED STATES

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County of Kenosha | Twin lakes Wisconsin United states
Expires: March 28, 2024

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GROUNDS TEAM LEADER GOLF – BRIGHTON DALE LINKS

Brighton Dale Links is a traditional 45-hole championship golf facility that has been meticulously maintained, is player friendly, and is considered a “must play” course by nearly every golfer that’s experienced its charm. The Kenosha County Golf Department is seeking a full time Grounds Team Leader who will be responsible for performing and assisting in the management of all golf course maintenance functions at Brighton Dale Links. This position reports directly to the Grounds Supervisor and may serve in the Supervisor’s capacity during an absence. The Team Leader places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and the maintenance of the buildings.
Kenosha County is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

2024 Hiring Rate of Pay: $50,434 to $60,041

WORK SCHEDULE
  • Full time, year-round position. Hours will fluctuate day to day, week to week, and season to season.
  • Typical works hours on weekdays from 5:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Weekends required during golf season are 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
  • Working hours will be reduced in the off season. Flexibility is required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide efficient and friendly customer service to all customers.
  • Assist in the hiring, training, scheduling and supervising of the golf course maintenance staff.
  • Maintain, operate and repair golf course maintenance equipment, including mowers, trucks, sweepers, rollers, and sprayers.
  • Operate and maintain the irrigation system and pump house.
  • Operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant.
  • Perform turf maintenance through the proper application of fertilizers and herbicides.
  • Maintain a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases parts and replacement supplies.
  • Fill in whenever the Grounds Supervisor or Assistant Grounds Supervisor is absent.
  • Assist in personnel management and evaluations.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.
SUCCESS FACTORS
  • Knowledge of the game of golf and how job performance affects the playing conditions.
  • Knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways, greens; the seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials.
  • Knowledge of drainage control methods and irrigation system, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
  • Ability to operate a variety of golf course maintenance equipment and set standards on how to properly operate all equipment, with safety as the main focus.
  • Ability to effectively communicate – both verbally and written.
  • Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Ability to move heavy objects.
  • Skill in training employees on the proper use of equipment and how to handle situations requiring swift action to ensure employee safety while incurring little or no damage in the process.
  • Skill in effective supervision of seasonal employees.
  • Ability to lead and develop a diverse workforce and promote a sense of belonging for all staff.
  • Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment.
JOB REQUIREMENTS, EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3 years golf course operations experience.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Able to obtain pesticide application license within 6 months of hire and work towards acquiring waste water treatment license within 2 years of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Requires full range of physical movement – bending, reaching, lifting, etc. This position involves heavy physical demands, such as lifting 100 lbs. occasionally, and exerting up to 50 lbs. of force frequently. Work involves stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting/turning and reaching; bending at the waist. Indoor/outdoor work environment with exposure to weather extremes.
BENEFITS
  • Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Voluntary Pet Insurance
SELECTION PROCESS
  • Application Review - Qualifying
  • Oral Interview - Qualifying
  • Background Investigation - Qualifying
  • Physical Exam / Drug Screen – Qualifying
If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.

This recruitment may establish an eligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill any other openings in this classification which occur in the next six (6) months.

Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, February 9, 2024.

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Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.

The 2024 pay grade for this position is E4 (Min. $50,434 – Max. $69,647).

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Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!

Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

 
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