Golf Maint Worker II

Salary : $17.67 Hourly

Location : KY 40202, KY

Job Type : Full_Time

Job Number : 13391

Department : Metro Parks & Recreation

Opening Date : 12 / 31 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Description

Essential Functions :

Performs routine manual and skilled labor

Operates turf equipment, moderately heavy equipment, irrigation systems and maintains of high quality turf grass and landscape of public golf courses

Examples of Duties

Examples of Work :

UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION

At the discretion of the employer, may be assigned responsibilities of crew leader

Performs custodial duties

Uses a variety of hand and power tools in performing maintenance on equipment, buildings and other structures

Observes and checks operation of equipment for malfunctions

Services and maintains automatic and manual irrigation systems

Operates assigned equipment

Performs daily maintenance on turf related equipment

Maintains greens, tees, fairways and landscaping

Services or makes adjustments to equipment

Operates, services and maintain trucks, tractors and attachments for maintenance equipment

Performs related work

Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirement & Working Conditions :

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 70 pounds

Lifts and carries items weighing over 70 pounds in a team setting

Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping and climbing

Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements

Sufficient vision to identify work areas needing attention and identify potential hazards

Required to pass a physical exam in order to wear a Respiratory mask

Minimum Requirements :

High school diploma or the equivalent

Six months experience working with turf equipment and / or moderately heavy equipment

Other Minimums :

Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Special Requirements :

Must possess and maintain a valid Agriculture license / certification from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture or obtain within three months of employment

KSA's :

Knowledge and ability to mix chemicals, chemical compatibility and safety procedures for applying chemicals to golf courses

Knowledge of identifying plants and diseases and proper treatment, and handling chemicals, herbicides, fertilizer, pesticides and insecticides

Knowledge of invasive plants

Knowledge of turf equipment to make minor adjustments or repairs

Skill and tact in dealing with the public while maintaining public golf courses

Skill in manual dexterity

Skill in visual dexterity and acuity to manipulate levers gauge distance and safely use power tools

Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Term Life
• Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
• 457 Deferred Comp
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Adult Benefits
• Childcare Assistance
• Free TARC Use
• Paid Parental Leave

Part Time - 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

Part Time - Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

Temporary Positions

Interns

Do you have a High school diploma or the equivalent?

Do you have six (6) months experience working with turf equipment and / or moderately heavy equipment?

Required Question

Salary : $5 - $18