Greenskeeper Dyker Beach

Overview ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF American Golf is a distinguished leader and pioneer in the golf industry, renowned for its innovative and unparalleled approach to golf course management. With over 50 years of experience as an owner, lessee, and manager of golf courses and country clubs, American Golf has established itself as an authority in maximizing the potential of any golf opportunity. Throughout its rich history, American Golf has been involved with more than 325 golf courses, serving diverse private entities and public agencies with its expertise. Presently, American Golf oversees the management of over 70 premier facilities across the United States, providing exceptional service and experiences to avid golfers and enthusiasts alike. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, continually striving to exceed expectations and set new standards in the golf industry. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and maintaining the highest standards of course upkeep, ensuring that each visitor to our facilities has an unparalleled experience. Responsibilities Job Purpose The Greenskeeper is responsible for keeping golf course grounds functionally and aesthetically sound. The greenskeeper maintains lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, stair paths, retaining walls and turf. The Greenskeeper employs insecticides, chemical sprays, fertilizers and mulches to optimize condition of greenery, and keeps grounds free from trash, litter, debris, weeds, plant diseases and harmful insects. Greenskeepers maintain equipment, supplies, and order as needed. Responsibilities * Maintain course accessibility and appearance using power and hand tools to perform activities such as: mowing, weeding, edging, set up and raking sand traps, laying sod, planting trees, shrubs and flowers * Use tools and/or chemicals to perform weed abatement, pest control, irrigation, and cultivation and proper drainage activities * Inspect all tools and equipment prior to during and after use. Operate all equipment safely and with care and consideration of its value. Report any damage and or lack of performance to a supervisor * Maintain the appearance of all green areas by changing cups, tee markers and tee towels, emptying trash containers, and maintaining ball washers * Operate and maintain utility vehicles and equipment following company safety standards and manufacturers recommendations * Observe and report to manager any potential agronomic and maintenance equipment problem issues * Spray and fertilize course greens * Keep grounds free from trash, litter, and debris, and empty trash receptacles. * Conduct basic irrigation audits and perform basic irrigation repairs * Remove snow by using a shovel or snow blower - if applicable * Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications * 1 year of golf course maintenance or closely related equivalent experience preferred * Ability to drive turf vehicles * Working knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and equipment * Ability to understand and follow directions * Ability to work cooperatively with others * Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers - in some locations ability to communicate effectively with Spanish speaking co-workers may be required * Valid driver's license Education * High school diploma or GED Skills/Abilities/Personal Characteristics * Multitasking * Time Management * Organization * Communication * Teamwork * Dexterity * Thoroughness Working Conditions * Days and hours of work vary by schedule and business needs. * Evening, weekend, and holiday work will be required. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand for long periods of time, to walk, read, hear, talk, balance, climb, use hands, use fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, smell, taste, push or pull. The employee may be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, or sharp objects. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. * Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. American Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, (protected class), including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and/or local law.

Created: 2024-11-02