GreensKeeper

Position: Greens Keeper I
Performsentry-levelworkincludingmanualandtechnicallaborfortheconstruction,operation,andmaintenanceof greens, tee boxes, fairways,cart paths,infrastructureat theGolf Course, detentionponds, and irrigation, signage and drainagesystems.

Generally, thispositionusesroutineskillsandworks under moderate supervision,with minimal latitude for theuse ofinitiativeandindependent judgment.

Essential Duties &

Required Qualifications

* Operateheavymowingequipmentsuch asfairwayroughmowersand tractors.

* Operate a variety ofmowing equipment such as agreens mower,teesmower,push mower, edger, weedeater, blower, irrigationapplicator,maintenancevehicle,and othermiscellaneousequipmentused in the upkeepof the golf course.

* Implement and maintain any and all policies and procedures as directed by Superintendent,Assistant Superintendent, and General Manager.

* Performequipmentcleaningandpreventativemaintenanceonmowersandassorted equipment.

* Pickupdebris,trash,limbs,rock,andanyotherdebristopreservecourseconditionsand appearance.

* Ascertainproperprotocolandtechniquesformowing,trimmingandothermaintenanceprocedures. Continuouslyobtain furthereducation for these protocolsfrom the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.

* Fill outpertinentforms as required by the departmentona timely basis.

These forms may be necessary for workflow processes,preventative maintenance,or perhaps capturing informationaldata.

Examplesof forms may include equipment logs, fuelusage,preventative maintenance schedules, andMSDSmanuals.

Mustadhere to the departmental recordkeeping policy.

* Maintainaclean,safe,andorganizedworking environment.

* Assistinirrigation repairs,special projects,andotherrepairsonthe course.

* Fertilize andapplychemicals to appropriate landscape andarea(s) under the supervision ofthelicensed applicator.

* Maintainaprofessionalimageatall times.

* Performothermiscellaneousmaintenancedutiestothegolfcourseas assigned.

* Responsibleforreturningequipmenttoitsdesignated location.

* Otherrelateddutiesas assigned.

* Required Education and Experience

* High Schooldegreeor equivalent.

* Aminimum ofthreemonthsofexperience in landscape maintenance.

* Abilitytooccasionallywork hoursotherthantheregulardaytimeschedulesuchasweekendsand evenings.

* Required Certificateandlicenses

* Valid driver'slicensefrom

Texas or any other US state (Approximately
10% drivingtimeinaCity vehicle.)

* Preferred Qualifications

* Minimumofsixmonths of experience in landscape maintenance.

* Experience working in a similar position at a Golf Course.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Must be knowledgeable of turfgrass maintenance andable tooperate heavy/light mowing equipment, repair irrigation systems, and have basic troubleshooting skills on mowing equipment failures.

* Ability to speak, read,andwritein

English.

* Abilitytocommunicateeffectivelybothverballyandin writing.

* Abilitytofollowdetailedverbalandwritten instructions.

* Ability to read and interpret documents such assafety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

* Abilitytocommunicatewithotheremployeesandthe generalpublicinacourteousanddiplomatic manner.

* Skill inhandlingmultipletasksand prioritizing.

* Abilitytoworkhoursotherthantheregulardaytimeschedulesuchon-call,oremergencyresponse situations.

* When requested, must beable to wear personal protective equipment, steel-toed leather or composite-toed boots,gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection.

* Workersmustbeincompliancewithsafetyproceduresandusageofsafety equipment.

* Skillinoperatingassignedequipmenttoolsandvehicles safely.

Physical Demands & Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs. with regularity.

Working Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud (moderate, loud, very loud).

Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon:

* Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.

* Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.

* Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
* * Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18-25.

* The City of Leander participates in…