Golf Maintenance Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Golf Maintenance Lead

Position Type : Full Time Non-Exempt

Hiring Wage Range : $17.30 - $21.63 / per hour DOQ

Full Wage Range : $17.30 - $25.96 / per hour

Benefits : IMRF Pension, 457 Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Days, Low Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts ( Health and Dependent Care), Group Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, Employee Wellness Program and Incentives, Complimentary Fitness Membership and Aquatic Passes, Complimentary and Discounted Recreation Programs and Group Lessons, Complimentary golf options at Steeple Chase Golf Club, Discounted Onsite Child Day Care, Before / After School Care, Preschool and Summer Day Camp, and Tuition Reimbursement Program.

We are excited to announce an opening for the newly created full-time position of Golf Maintenance Lead at the Steeple Chase Golf Club.

Steeple Chase Golf Club is a Ken Killian-designed course nestled on over 200 beautiful acres. For more than a decade, this highly-acclaimed course is among the best courses in Chicagoland, ranked "4 Stars" in Golf Digest's "Best Places to Play" public ranking and voted Daily Herald Readers' Choice "Best Golf Course." Natural hills, lakes, woods and wetlands, and outstanding course conditions all come together to create unsurpassed beauty and a true challenge. Beginners enjoy its straightforward, fair play, and the intermediate or advanced take to the signature 18th hole.

Summary

The Golf Maintenance Lead reports to the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. Responsible for assisting in the daily management and operations of the golf course and handling specific tasks assigned. Effectively and independently work alongside groups of staff to complete special projects in a productive manner. Other responsibilities include assisting in all aspects of cultural practices, proper operation and repair of the irrigation system, and proper operation of equipment. Responsible for performing the duties outlined in this analysis. Work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required.

Qualifications - Education, Experience and Training

Must have one-to-three years of experience in golf course maintenance or related field of study with an emphasis on highly skilled projects involving irrigation systems, construction, and turf management. Current state of Illinois driver's license. Minimum high school graduate or general education degree (GED) preferred with additional training or education related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. CPR, First Aid and AED Certification required within six months of employment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Operates, maintains and repairs irrigation system, including leaks on the distribution lines, valve risers, electrical system, and irrigation control wire.
• Performs preventative maintenance on the irrigation system.
• Manage inventories and keep up the stock of all irrigation parts and tools.
• Reports any irrigation issues to supervisor.
• Assist with supervising of staff for special projects, and performs other duties as directed by Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.
• Prioritizes irrigation issues and uses time efficiently.
• Operate tractors, skid loaders, trucks, mowers, small equipment, and various hand tools including chainsaws.
• Perform the installation and maintenance of above and below ground drainage.
• Reports golf course conditions to the Golf Course superintendent or Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.

Salary : $17 - $26