What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Golf Course Maintenance position at City of Montrose?
Basic Purpose of the Job:
Under direction of the Golf Course Superintendent the Golf Course Grounds Maintenance Seasonal Worker has the responsibility of aiding the golf course maintenance staff in tasks related to mowing and course conditioning. The worker performs a variety of assigned duties and responsibilities involved in maintaining the golf course. Employee will be assigned special projects to assist the golf course superintendent as needed.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work under the general direction and guidance of the Golf Course Grounds Superintendent. Must be able to work under minimal supervision and exercise sound independent judgment.
Essential Functions:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.) Indicate how the employee performed relative to these standards by entering your detailed point score in the box on the right and providing a detailed narrative in the box below each essential function.
Core beliefs are deeply held values and assumptions that guide individuals in the workplace. Core beliefs define how we do things. By establishing core beliefs, the City of Montrose is creating a common culture that shapes employee behavior in a positive and predictable manner. When these beliefs are shared, they create cohesiveness and mutual commitment in the organization and flexibility to changes as they occur.
Our core beliefs are centered on exceptional service and are based around treating our customers and fellow team members with dignity and respect. We value teamwork and recognize that we must continually strive to improve the customer experience. Every team member, regardless of job title, plays a part in creating a service environment and each are empowered to respond to the needs of our customers and teammates. We have six Core Beliefs: Respect, Ethics, Leadership, Accountability, Transparency, Excellence in Service (RELATE).
Job Requirements:
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.
Physical Demands: Requires ability to perform heavy manual labor. Strenuous physical work requiring ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally; frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing, hand/eye coordination. Frequent hand/eye coordination for operation of equipment; vision for reading and preparing written reports and documents; frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communications with employees and citizens.
Work Environment: Outside work, with exposure to outside elements. Requires driving and walking during inclement weather. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, twist or crawl. Frequent exposure to pesticides and herbicides, and occasional exposure to loud noise and airborne particles.
Up to 28 hours per week for up to 32 weeks. Days and times may vary.
Late applications will not be accepted. All candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen. The City of Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.
Under direction of the Golf Course Superintendent the Golf Course Grounds Maintenance Seasonal Worker has the responsibility of aiding the golf course maintenance staff in tasks related to mowing and course conditioning. The worker performs a variety of assigned duties and responsibilities involved in maintaining the golf course. Employee will be assigned special projects to assist the golf course superintendent as needed.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work under the general direction and guidance of the Golf Course Grounds Superintendent. Must be able to work under minimal supervision and exercise sound independent judgment.
Essential Functions:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.) Indicate how the employee performed relative to these standards by entering your detailed point score in the box on the right and providing a detailed narrative in the box below each essential function.
- Perform assigned duties related to the general maintenance and upkeep of the Black Canyon Golf Course to maintain a high quality of playability throughout the golf season.
- May assist in the application of herbicides, fungicides and pesticides safely and maintain precise records of chemicals used including types and quantities.
- Operate maintenance equipment in a safe and appropriate manner as necessary to perform all grounds maintenance activities, including, but not limited to, sprayers, mowers, tractors, string trimmers, fly mowers, walking greens mowers, out front rotary mowers, trap rakes and utility vehicles.
- Hand rake and power rake bunkers, string trim creeks/ponds, edge curbs, manicure greens, aprons, tees, fairways and rough areas around trees, fence lines, banks and hillsides, and all other grounds visible to players and visitors to the course.
- Assist in the irrigation of the golf course as needed, including the operation of pumps, valves, controls, etc.
- Set tee markers, pins and cups on greens daily; maintain ball washers, sand traps, and water hazards; replace tee towels and flags when needed; and sand and seed tee and drop area divots.
- Collect and empty litter, pick-up debris and help to complete various small projects such as sodding, tree, removal, bunker renovation, topdressing, etc.
- Maintains fuel, fluid levels and proper tire pressure for all types of equipment on a daily basis; reports equipment problems or failure to the Superintendent immediately.
- Returns all equipment (washed and cleaned) to the designated storage location at the end of each shift.
- Follow safety regulations in accordance with City of Montrose Safety Rules & Policies.
- Always give the right of way to golfers whenever meeting up with carts on the path and consistently keeps noise levels down to a minimum so as not to upset/distract golfers.
- Review schedules for changes, calendar of events and club activities on a daily basis, in order to have the ability to answer general questions from golfers while out on the course.
- Attend all staff meetings as required.
- Treat all guests and employees with respect and a positive and professional attitude at all times.
Core beliefs are deeply held values and assumptions that guide individuals in the workplace. Core beliefs define how we do things. By establishing core beliefs, the City of Montrose is creating a common culture that shapes employee behavior in a positive and predictable manner. When these beliefs are shared, they create cohesiveness and mutual commitment in the organization and flexibility to changes as they occur.
Our core beliefs are centered on exceptional service and are based around treating our customers and fellow team members with dignity and respect. We value teamwork and recognize that we must continually strive to improve the customer experience. Every team member, regardless of job title, plays a part in creating a service environment and each are empowered to respond to the needs of our customers and teammates. We have six Core Beliefs: Respect, Ethics, Leadership, Accountability, Transparency, Excellence in Service (RELATE).
Job Requirements:
- Methods and materials used in building and grounds maintenance and landscape area construction/maintenance work.
- Use of hand and power tools and equipment.
- Quality standards of safety and ability to comply with standards.
- Interpersonal skills and a ?customer first? mentality.
- Basic math and reading.
- Safely operate tractors, power equipment, light motorized equipment, and a variety of hand tools.
- Interpret and follow detailed instructions.
- Listen and communicate with guests and staff in a positive and friendly manner.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff and the public.
- Work independently in the absence of direct supervision.
- Work weekend, holiday and evening shifts as necessary.
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Must be 16 years of age or older.
- Previous experience in similar position preferred.
- Knowledge of plant and insect identification is desirable. First Aid, CPR and AED certification preferred.
- Valid CO Drivers License with acceptable driving record.
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.
Physical Demands: Requires ability to perform heavy manual labor. Strenuous physical work requiring ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally; frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing, hand/eye coordination. Frequent hand/eye coordination for operation of equipment; vision for reading and preparing written reports and documents; frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communications with employees and citizens.
Work Environment: Outside work, with exposure to outside elements. Requires driving and walking during inclement weather. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, twist or crawl. Frequent exposure to pesticides and herbicides, and occasional exposure to loud noise and airborne particles.
Up to 28 hours per week for up to 32 weeks. Days and times may vary.
Late applications will not be accepted. All candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen. The City of Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.
Salary : $15
