Golf Course Maintenance - Groundskeeper 1

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper I position covers all facets of the groundskeeper position with an expanded role concentrating on leadership, training, and communication. This position requires a positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work with and lead a crew as well as work alone, and willingness to want and learn all aspects of golf maintenance. They should have experience as a laborer with an appropriate and developing grasp of course conditioning requirements and the ability to achieve these requirements in the field. The Groundskeeper I position assists the course maintenance staff in day-to-day operations. Performs daily course maintenance responsibilities and is the point of contact for course maintenance staff. Incorporates safe work practices in job performance. Act as a crew leader when assigned and communicate with a clear understanding of the expectations. Provide feedback throughout projects on progress, staffing, material, and equipment. Adopt the “culture” of the department in behavior, work ethic, and appearance.

Requirements

Experience and knowledge of turf management practices as related to golf courses.
Must have a minimum of 5 years golf course maintenance experience and/or 2 years’ experience w/ a turf degree.
Experience with golf course equipment usage and safety.
Need to have at least three plus years of groundskeeping experience.
Have a clear understanding of the golf maintenance operations.
Have a clear understanding of how to operate all machinery.
Ability to lift 80 lbs.
Work well with others and interact with guests and members on a limited basis.
Able to work in a wide range of environmental and physical conditions.
Adapt at listening to instructions and following directions from supervisors.
A successful candidate will have a flexible schedule, ability to work weekends and holidays.
Must be fluent in English and possess legal work authorization in the United States.

Responsibilities

Handle preventative maintenance of all equipment and update appropriate logs.
Expected to help lead the crew both on and off the golf course throughout the day.
Ability / Willingness to train new employees on every aspect of golf course maintenance.
Ability to communicate with Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent / Equipment Technicians when any needs may arise.
Ability to provide the extra level of detail / cleanliness from the shop area to the golf course.
Make sure all tees and traffic stakes are properly placed at all times.
Cleaning the golf operations facility every afternoon.
Cleaning Equipment.
Make sure all trash is picked up throughout the course everyday
Willing Participant in resort work events
Ability to have flexible schedules when needed.
Must be willing to work with little to no supervision.
Must be capable of supervising in the absence of management.
Employee must exhibit leadership skills and keep open lines of communication with management.
Must be able to lead by example.