What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course Grounds Maintenance Associate position at St Charles Park District?
Job Summary About the Role
Assist with enhancing the physical appearance and experience of the Park District for residents and visitors to our parks and facilities.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
This position is well suited for someone with a pleasant personality. Must be reliable and show initiative, tact, and productivity. Must be able to learn the proper use of hand tools, grounds equipment and operation of all riding equipment.
Need to Have: High school graduate or equivalent a plus. Must be 18 years old to operate equipment, 16 years old to work with groundskeeping. A valid State drivers license is necessary.
Essential Functions of the Position
Park District Cornerstones
- Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park Districts safety and risk management program.
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.
Responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of the Golf Course Manager, Golf Course Superintendent, and the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, the Golf Course Grounds Maintenance Associate shall complete his/her assigned duties to the best of his/her abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:
Be willing to learn proper golf course etiquette.
Be physically strong enough to do some lifting.
Be willing to work over and above required daily hours when necessary.
Be able to operate equipment as needed or required.
Be able to work cooperatively and harmoniously with the general public, as well as fellow employees.
Be able to follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Park Districts safety program.
Be on time.
Marginal Functions of the Position
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Assist with special events.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Position or Activity
Frequently
46-100% of the time
Occasionally
16-45% of the time
Rarely
0-15% of the time
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Balancing
X
Stooping/Kneeling
X
Crouching
X
Crawling
X
Reaching
X
Handling/Feeling
X
Standing
X
Strength
1-50lbs unassisted
Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.
EEO Statement and Accommodations
The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.
The Park District offers the following benefits to all Part-Time Category III employees:
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District Incentives
- Paid Training
- Discounts for Programs
