What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course Technician position at The Davey Tree Expert Company?
Golf Course TechnicianPlant City, FL, US, 33565Additional Locations : N / APrimary Locations : FL, Plant City, ELS Plant City 745 Arbor Estates Way, 33565Requisition ID : 205750Position OverviewThe Golf Course Technician is responsible for the maintenance, care, and enhancement of golf course turf and grounds, setting up the course, and working with various tools and equipment to ensure grounds are well-maintained and visually appealing. This is a seasonal position, depending on the regional location.The Davey Tree Expert Company and its subsidiaries value each individual and strive to encourage diverse ideas and perspectives to inspire collaboration and empower our employees. We believe our commitment to building a culture of belonging by treating everyone with respect, dignity, empathy, and care is critical to achieving our vision and mission.Job DutiesOperate power mowers, edgers, and string trimmers to mow, edge, and trim golf course grounds.
- Utilize hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or backpack blowers.
- Operate, clean, inspect, and maintain various vehicles or powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, chainsaws, edgers, trimmers, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.
- Plant seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, ground covers, trees, or shrubs and apply mulch using gardening tools.
- Care for new and established turf by grading, mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, thatch removing, and trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Adhere to all safety rules, regulations, and work procedures, including the proper use of safety equipment and attire.
- Prune or trim trees, shrubs, or hedges from the ground, using shears, pruners, or chainsaws.Water turf, trees, or plants using irrigation systems, hoses, or watering cans.Set up golf courses.
- Change cups and tees on golf courses.
- QualificationsWhat We’re Seeking : 6 positions to fillLove of the outdoorsGolf course work experience preferred, but not requiredAbility to complete the Davey landscape career development booksAbility to complete the Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hireHigh School education.- Minimum one year experience in landscaping and / or grounds maintenance preferred.- Experience as a crew member in landscape installations- Valid Driver’s License is required. Class B, CDL valuable, but not required.- Bi-Lingual –Spanish, very valuable, but not required.Additional InformationWhat We Offer :
- Paid time off and paid holidaysBenefits start immediatelyOpportunities for advancementAll job-specific equipment and safety gear providedGroup health planEmployee referral bonus programLocations throughout the US in major cities and desirable areasCareer development program supported by industry expert Safety Specialists and Skills Trainers
- All listed benefits available to eligible employeesCompany OverviewThe Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.Divisional OverviewThe Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com. To apply for the job, go to jobs.davey.comThe Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.Accommodations : If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com .Employment Type : PermanentJob Type : Full TimeTravel Expectations : Up to 25�vey is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified employees and applicants for all positions regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state, or local law. It is our mandate that all matters related to the terms and conditions of employment and all treatment on the job be free of discrimination. In addition, harassment based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.To preview Davey’s relevant EO / AA plan, please submit a written request to : The Davey Tree Expert Company, Attn : HR, 1500 N. Mantua Street, Kent, Ohio 44240.Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law - English | SpanishEqual Employment Opportunity is the Law Supplement - English | SpanishRight to Work - English | SpanishPay Transparency Nondiscrimination ProvisionE-Verify ParticipationNearest Major Market : TampaJob Segment : Agribusiness, Agricultural, Agronomy, Agriculture