TENNIS COURT MAINTENANCE

GATE•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club is seeking a dependable, hardworking Tennis Court Maintenance Attendant to maintain the playing conditions, appearance, cleanliness, and safety of its tennis courts and surrounding grounds. The role focuses on preparing clay courts for daily play, maintaining landscaping within the tennis facility, safely operating maintenance equipment, and providing courteous service to members and guests. No previous experience is required; training will be provided. The regular schedule is Saturdays and Sundays from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., with possible additional weekday hours in the Maintenance Department. The successful candidate will learn clay court maintenance and resurfacing procedures, including rolling, lining, watering, brushing, and preparing courts for play. They will also be trained to operate court-maintenance equipment and irrigation systems safely and follow established watering schedules. The role requires outdoor work in varying weather conditions and the ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds, use light machinery and maintenance equipment, bend, kneel, stand, and walk for extended periods, and operate a motor vehicle. A valid state driver’s license is required.

Requirements

A valid state driver’s license.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English sufficiently to follow and communicate written and verbal instructions.
Physical ability to perform outdoor maintenance duties in varying weather conditions.
Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
Ability to safely operate light machinery and maintenance equipment.
Ability to bend, kneel, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Willingness to learn clay court maintenance and resurfacing procedures, safely operate maintenance equipment and irrigation systems, and follow established court-watering schedules.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience with tennis courts, grounds, landscaping, or outdoor facility maintenance is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Work Saturdays and Sundays from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and be available for additional weekday hours when needed.
Arrive on time in a clean, neat, and well-maintained required uniform, and maintain a professional appearance.
Attend required departmental meetings, training programs, and safety courses.
Learn to safely and proficiently operate appropriate court-maintenance equipment.
Roll, line, water, brush, and prepare clay courts for daily play.
Follow established court-watering and maintenance schedules.
Maintain tennis facilities in clean, safe, attractive, and proper playing condition.
Inspect courts regularly and report maintenance needs, unsafe conditions, or interruptions in play.
Identify and report safety hazards and help ensure corrective action is completed.
Greet members and guests by name whenever possible and provide courteous updates about court conditions and availability.
Trim, weed, maintain, and replace plants and shrubs surrounding the tennis courts.
Coordinate with the Grounds Foreman and Greenhouse Manager as needed.
Keep storage, work, and equipment areas clean and organized.
Monitor court supplies and notify the Tennis Director when equipment or materials are needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support excellent court conditions and a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.