What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course and Facilities Groundskeeper - Temporary 2025 Term position at City of Dubuque, IA?
Position Summary
- Typical hours are 6 AM to 2 PM Monday – Friday. May be required to work weekend and holiday mornings.
**Temporary position runs from April – October.
GENERAL SUMMARY: Under supervision, landscape or maintain grounds of the golf course using hand or power tools or turf equipment performing a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: mowing, trimming, planting, watering, digging, raking; general equipment maintenance and cleaning. Repair and upkeep of the areas maintained by the golf course; and perform other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate possesses the ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a team; desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork; and can follow a management style that is input oriented and values problem solving and the development of partnerships.
Job Duties
- Dispose of trash or waste materials.
- Daily operational procedures which may include changing of green hole location and moving of tee markers.
- Operate grounds maintenance equipment including but not limited to general mowers, trucksters, trimmers, etc.
- Drive light-weight turf vehicles to or at work sites.
- Assist with manual irrigation procedures including turf, trees, and ornamentals.
- Prepare landscaped beds or other areas for planting or seeding.
- Weed annual and perennial flower beds.
- Trim trees, bushes, and other vegetation.
- Removal of debris from work sites.
- Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.
- Plant trees and install equipment to support or protect.
- Clean facilities or sites.
- Rake sand traps, removing leaves/debris and maintain trap edges.
- Keep timecard and other records.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Operation and Control - Using equipment or systems.
- Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.
- Control Precision - Quickly changing the controls of a machine, car or truck.
- Near and Far Vision - Seeing details up close and far away.
- Depth Perception - Deciding which thing is closer or farther away from you, or deciding how far away it is from you.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 16 years of age.
- At least one month of experience operating light to medium sized equipment.
- Possess a current Iowa Class C – Minor’s Restricted Work License, Iowa Class C – Special Minor’s Restricted License, or equivalent or higher state-issued driving license
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with golf course maintenance equipment.
- Experience golf course maintenance.
- Experience with outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, weed eaters and chainsaws.
Supplemental Information
OVERTIME (FLSA) STATUS: Non-exempt
Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City of Dubuque values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
