Golf Course Groundskeeper - BC-

Cares for and maintains golf course greens and tees; performs routine manual work in the care of fairways; and performs other related duties as required.

There are three (3) immediate permanent full-time vacancies with the Department of Parks and Recreation at the Hilo Municipal Golf Course.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Positions vary in work hours and work schedules. Salary will be pro-rated for part-time positions.

6-day work week (Tuesday - Sunday); subject to change according to 12-week work schedule.

• Sods greens.
• Applies top dressing and fertilizer.
• Removes weeds and repairs holes.
• Waters and trims greens.
• Applies insecticides and fungicides.
• Periodically moves the cup to another location on the green.
• Keeps tee‑off areas fertilized and trimmed.
• Adjusts tee markers.
• Keeps ball washers supplied with soap, water, and towels.
• Replaces worn brushes in washers.
• Helps keep fairways trimmed and clear of debris.
• Operates a light truck in the performance of duties.

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• completion of the eighth grade, and
• one (1) year of experience in manual labor, and
• possession of a valid State of Hawai`i driver's license (Class
  3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at the time of hire.)

All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant’s training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD‑214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai`i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

the care of golf course greens; equipment and tools used in greens maintenance work; golf as it affects greens maintenance work.

operate tools and equipment used in greens keeping work; understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Heavy

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement…