Senior golf worker (Full Time) - LA PORTE TEXAS, UNITED STATES

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City of La Porte | La porte Texas United states
Expires: May 15, 2024

SENIOR GOLF COURSE WORKER Category: Full-Time Status: Open Hourly: Min. $18.266 - Mid. $22.833 Published: March 13, 2024 Closing: Until Filled DEFINITION To perform skilled and lead supervisory work in the maintenance, repair, modification and upkeep of the golf course and common areas. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the golf course maintenance series. Positions assigned to this class can be distinguished from lower-level classes in the series by responsibility for directing the work of other golf course maintenance personnel including relaying work assignments and providing technical assistance. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform advanced golf course maintenance tasks with a minimum of supervision. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives direction from the golf course maintenance supervisor.
• Exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Adheres to City attendance and punctuality policies demonstrating dependability.
• Adheres to all City safety policies (protective equipment, pre-duty precautions checklist, etc.) to prevent unnecessary or unreasonable risk of injury to self, others, or property.
• Adheres to department dress code policies to present a professional appearance. Should exhibit appropriate grooming and attire for the position and responsibility.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Lead and assist subordinates in golf course maintenance, repair and litter control. Keep time records and maintain employee schedules.
• Inspect and review the work of subordinates and supervise the planting of shrubs, grasses and tree trimming activities.
• Identify golf course facilities in need of repairs; direct the performance of repair, maintenance, and litter control tasks.
• Schedule and participate in fertilizing, spraying, and planting activities.
• Participate in all phases of golf course maintenance and repair work and assign personnel specific tasks.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on trucks and golf course maintenance equipment; assist greens superintendent in keeping chemicals and fertilizers in stock.
• Operate mowers, weeders, and various golf course maintenance tools and equipment. Maintain and repair golf course irrigation.
• Assist in custodial duties including mopping, dusting, vacuuming, waxing and buffing floors, cleaning and repair of kitchen and restroom facilities.
• Assist mechanic in maintenance shop.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in golf course maintenance work.
• Procedures and techniques used in the planting, cultivating, propagating, fertilizing, and routine trimming of trees, shrubs, flowers, and the golf course.
• Plant pests and diseases, and methods for their control and eradication.
• Methods and practices used in the supervision and training of personnel.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work.

Ability to:

• Lead golf course maintenance personnel in the performance of grounds and facility development, repair, and litter control tasks.
• Perform skilled golf course maintenance and repair activities.
• Operate and maintain a variety of equipment used in golf course maintenance.
• Identify golf course facility problems and supervise their correction.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Develop and maintain necessary written records, timesheets, schedules, and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted at work.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Five years of increasingly responsible golf course maintenance work and a High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by specialized training in horticulture, landscape architecture. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Texas Drivers' License. Possession or ability to obtain within two years a Structural Pest Control or a Texas Department of Agriculture Certified Applicators License.

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

• Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice.

The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.

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