HomeMy WebLinkAboutGolf - Golf Course Maintenance Worker SeasonalGolf Course Maintenance Worker
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Council Approval 01-18-16
Revised 03-09-16/Revised 01-24-17
Revised: 01-17-18
Revised 10-2021
City of Waukee
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Golf Course Maintenance Worker Reports To: Golf Course Superintendent
Dept/Div: Parks & Recreation/Golf Direct Reports: None
Pay Grade: Seasonal FLSA Status: Hourly/Exempt-Seasonal Recreation
JOB PURPOSE: The Golf Course Maintenance Worker assists in the maintenance and operation of the
Sugar Creek Golf Course grounds.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)
1. Mows grass and trims tee boxes, fairways, roughs, fringes, greens and around the golf course.
2. Operate mowing equipment, hand trimmers, golf cart, hand rakes, shovels and all equipment necessary to
complete the job.
3. Assists with repairs and maintenance of the irrigation system.
4. Maintains all power equipment including cleaning equipment after each day of use and monitoring power
equipment maintenance.
5. Assist in general golf course maintenance such as: changing cup positions, moving tee blocks, hand
watering and debris removal (sticks and leaves).
6. Clean and wash golf carts.
7. Empties trash bins, sorts recycling and takes to designated location for pick-up.
8. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
1. Create and participate in a team environment.
2. Demonstrate sound time-management skills by effectively or efficiently organizing, prioritizing, and
completing multiple assignments in a timely manner.
3. Display honesty, trustworthiness, dependability and respectfulness at all times.
4. Exhibit a cheerful attitude.
5. React to a work environment that will change day to day, requiring quick departure from and reorganization
of one’s schedule.
6. Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed while under the pressure of
time sensitive deadlines.
7. Understand and internalize the importance of seeking resolution to problems and concerns by bringing
them to the direct attention of supervisor in a timely manner.
8. Maintain a positive attitude, professional manner and professional appearance in all situations.
9. Uphold the Waukee Parks & Recreation Mission Statement with integrity and professionalism.
10. Attentive to City’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, efficiency and all City policies and
procedures ensuring that all work meets these standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High School diploma or GED preferred.
2. Familiarity with the rules of golf and golf course etiquette.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Required to lift to shoulder height and carry up to 50 pounds.
2. Able to climb in and out of golf carts and other modes of transportation.
3. Able to maneuver along walkways, trails and undeveloped areas.
4. Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic
devices and handwritten) in English with other employees, vendors and the community.
Golf Course Maintenance Worker
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Council Approval 01-18-16
Revised 03-09-16/Revised 01-24-17
Revised: 01-17-18
Revised 10-2021
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Position requires outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation, and the results of weather and nature may
be encountered.
2. During summer months outside temperatures can be over 100 degrees for entire scheduled work day.
3. Standard work hours will be 7 days per week, typically between 5:30am and dusk.
4. To successfully fulfill the essential functions of this position, employee must maintain standard work hours
at Waukee Sugar Creek Golf Course.
5. There is no residency requirement for this position.
I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I further understand that this Job Description is not
intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated
with this job. Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the
functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand
that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand
that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to
terminate any employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right.
Signature Date
The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the
City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job
incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.