Golf Course Maintenance Technician

Clay County • Smithville, MO

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to kickstart your career in turf management or grounds maintenance? Clay County is seeking a hardworking Golf Course Maintenance Technician to help keep our greens, fairways, and facilities in championship condition. This is an entry-level role perfect for someone who enjoys working outdoors and operating equipment. This position is at Paradise Point Golf Complex in Smithville, MO.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of grounds maintenance or light equipment operation.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and maintain a consistent schedule (including "after-hour calls" for weather events).
• Must be comfortable working in extreme outdoor weather (heat/cold) and performing manual labor.
• A valid driver’s license, a clean background check, and the ability to pass a drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with golf course setup and turf management.
• Skill in using hand tools and performing basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Strong communication skills and a courteous attitude toward the public.

Responsibilities

• Mow greens, tees, and fairways; edge bunkers; and move hole/marker locations.
• Plant trees, install sod, and maintain shrubs and drainage systems.
• Safely operate and maintain specialized mowers, utility vehicles, skid loaders, and hand tools.
• Perform basic building janitorial tasks, repair cart paths, and handle snow/ice removal during winter months.
• Assist golfers with needs on the course as a friendly representative of the department.

Benefits

• Clay County offers a collaborative and professional work environment dedicated to serving the citizens of Missouri.
• The employee benefits package includes two defined benefit retirement plans fully funded by the County and a deferred-compensation plan with a match on the first 4% contributed.
• We also offer three medical plans including two high deductible plans, dental, vision, two flexible spending accounts, and supplemental plans.
• Full-time employees are also offered life insurance (2X annual salary) paid by the County, paid vacation/sick leave, 14 paid holidays, LTD and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED