Greenskeeper III

RECREATION CENTERS OF SUN CITY WEST INC•Sun City West, AZ

9d•$20 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing a variety of technical tasks as directed by the Golf Course Superintendent and/or Assistant. The role may involve leading assigned workers on special projects. The primary focus is the maintenance and upkeep of the assigned golf course, including mowing, trap maintenance, weed abatement, and turf care. The position also involves operating and maintaining various equipment, assisting with irrigation systems, and responding to public inquiries.

Requirements

Sufficient Training and education to demonstrate possession of required knowledge, skills and qualifications.
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in golf course maintenance, landscaping, planting, cultivating, pruning and maintaining shrubs and turf grasses; or horticulture.
One year of supervisory or lead responsibility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in the proper and safe use of chemicals, pesticides, fertilizers and soil conditioners.
Knowledge in drainage methods, watering practices and a variety of irrigation systems and their computers.
Ability to verbally communicate business and safety information in English with customers, co-workers, supervisors, or others whose primary language is English.
Valid Arizona driver's license and good driving record for insurance purposes.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate bilingually to our Spanish speaking employees is highly desired.
Certified Pest Control license preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and upkeep of assigned golf course to include mowing fairways, greens, tees, and roughs, raking and edging traps, and weed abatement.
Review worksite before each shift for safety issues or security risks.
Perform and assist in gardening duties which may include planting and trimming trees and flowers.
Maintain tee boxes and greens; change cups and move tee markers.
Maintain turf to include annual aerification and overseeding, application of chemicals in accordance with manufacturers specifications.
Operation, cleaning and maintenance of pneumatic devices and hand tools, light equipment, company provided trucks and tractors in the field and in the pro and maintenance shops.
Assists in the repair and installation of irrigation equipment and systems.
Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner.
Work with assigned employees in the work area providing training as necessary.
Participate in the operation and maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
Participate in annual overseeding and perform all functions associated with this function.
Operate all machinery, mow greens, tees, fairways, and rough, including heavy equipment (Front-end loader, backhoe, trencher, and a variety of hand and power tools).
Work weekends and overtime on short notice.
Maintain consistent record of acceptable attendance and punctuality.
Takes direction from the Golf Course Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
Training employees and ensuring projects meet timelines and requirements.