Grounds Crew

Bluejack National•Montgomery, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Employees of Bluejack National Landscape ensure the highest level of service for residents, members, and guests by providing personal, gracious, and professional support. Under the direction of the Senior Horticulture & Landscape Manager and Crew Foreman, the Grounds Crewman is responsible for maintaining manicured landscapes throughout all Club Grounds. This includes performing daily turf care, landscaping duties, and general grounds maintenance to uphold Bluejack National’s elevated standards. The position requires attention to detail, safe work practices, and a commitment to maintaining exceptional course and landscape conditions. Grounds Crewmen operate a variety of equipment, perform manual labor, assist with project work, and contribute to the overall aesthetic and operational goals of the property. They must follow standard procedures, operate equipment safely and responsibly, and understand varying site conditions to minimize equipment wear. The Grounds Crewman supports daily production needs and reports any labor, material, or equipment concerns to their supervisor.

Requirements

High School diploma preferred but not required
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Proven skills with the ability to work independently as well as with a team
Working knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and equipment.
Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time in various weather conditions.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to stand on feet for extended period of time.
Available for 24-hour re-call in emergency situations.
Exhibit sound time management and organizational skills.
Ensure the supplies needed to operate are properly stocked.
Maintain an organized and clean workstation that is member ready.
Ability to function under pressure, set priorities and adjust to changing conditions
Good attitude and highly motivated
Good communication skills
Willing to listen and present ideas
Professional appearance and presentation
Always convey a professional attitude and demeanor towards club and team members.
Always treat team members with the utmost respect and dignity.
When dealing with residents, members, and guests always be sincere and hospitable.
Always maintain a positive attitude and look for positive outcomes in all opportunities.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks following Bluejack National high level of standards as outlined in the Training Manual and Operating Standards Manual.
Uses hand tools such as rakes, shovels, blowers, etc.
Drives utility vehicles or other vehicles as needed to complete tasks.
Remove trash to provide a clean area.
Washes and returns all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility and cleans the maintenance areas.
Assists in project work: grades and prepares soil bases, lays sod and sprigs.
Performs other duties as directed by Senior Horticulture & Landscape Manager.
Maintain good customer relations.
Observe and report any turf, landscape and equipment problems.
Perform work with due regard to safety of self and fellow employees while exercising proper care and protection of company property.
Dig trenches as directed.
Must be able to lift bags of up to 50 pounds.
Irrigate areas as instructed.
Inform supervisor of any work discrepancies or equipment malfunctions.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner and always maintain a professional image.
Be a Bluejack National Landscaping ambassador at all times.
Attend all relevant operational meetings.
Support Development, Club Customs, Culture and Rules.
Adheres to all federal, state and local laws regarding health, safety and employment.
Attend to special projects and additional duties as requested by Senior Horticulture & Landscape Manager.
Operates mowers and string trimmers in trimming around trees, fence lines, lake banks, bed edges and hillsides.
Performs other duties as directed by Crew Foreman.
Operate all powered maintenance equipment safely, proficiently, and with awareness of golfer safety.
At the beginning of each day: Check levels of oil and fuel, bringing them up to proper level if necessary.
Perform walk-around inspection of any other possible defects or fluid leaks.
Report any problems to Mechanic.
Make minor adjustments to equipment including testing of hand control levers, buttons and pedals to start and regulate speed of motor.
Ensure required pressure is attained and that panel gauges and lights are functioning properly.
Notify supervisor of any malfunctions.
At the end of each day: Wash, add fuel and lubricate equipment.
Perform walk-around inspection of equipment looking for any damage that may have occurred, or excessive wear that will need repair.
Report any findings to the Mechanic or Mechanic Supervisor.
Become knowledgeable about the correct cutting heights.
Mow designated areas with proper mower as directed.
All other duties as assigned.