Greens Keeper

SUMMARY

This position is located in the Golf Division of Morale, Welfare & Recreation Dept. NAS Patuxent River. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the efficient operation of the grounds maintenance and upkeep of the golf course and surrounding areas on a regularly scheduled basis.

Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of an 18‑hole golf course and surrounding areas. Duties include mowing and rolling greens, mowing tees, resetting cups and flags, operating weed eaters and edgers where mowers cannot reach, operating push and hover mowers, seeders, spreaders and trim mowers, raking and edging sand traps and replacing sand as required. Ensure areas are polished, dispose of trash and garbage properly, perform minor maintenance on equipment (greasing mowers, checking engine oil and fluids), and other duties related to golf course grounds and equipment maintenance.

The majority of work is performed outdoors, possibly under adverse weather conditions, and may expose the employee to heat, cold, rain, dust, dirt, mud, and chemicals such as fertilizers and pesticides. The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting and carrying.

• A valid State driver’s license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check; any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must have salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer.

Knowledge of grounds upkeep, maintenance tasks and methods related to basic golf course maintenance is desired. Must have basic motor‑vehicle operator skills and a valid driver’s license; a copy of the driver’s license must be submitted with the resume. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectees may be required to complete a one‑year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.

We utilize E‑Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of the selection certificate.

Spouses of active‑duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference if they are among the best qualified and are within reach of selection. Spouse Preference does not apply to NF 04 and NF 05 positions. To claim preference, submit the Request for Military Spouse Preference form and a copy of current PCS orders; failure to submit will prevent hearing.

For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectees may be required to obtain and maintain a Government‑issued Travel Card for official travel.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs; all Federal employees must remain drug free throughout their employment. This agency is a Drug‑Free Federal Workplace. Any use or intoxication with illegal drugs may result in removal from Federal Service.

If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and at least 18 years old, you must register with the Selective Service System unless an exemption applies. Failure to register prevents consideration for employment.

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