Job Information
Druid Hills Golf Club Golf Course Maintenance Technician in Atlanta, Georgia
Rate: $17.50 - $19/hr depending on experience
About the role
Golf course maintenance is the care and improvement of the golf course itself, as well as the features around the course. The maintenance job includes care of the grass on the fairways, greens and roughs. It also includes keeping the bunkers in top shape. You will also have to maintain flowerbeds and shrubs not only on the course, but the grounds as well. Trees must be trimmed and fallen branches removed. Weather can bring all sorts of conditions onto the course, and this must be handled by the maintenance crew. This position also includes maintenance of buildings, bridges, and cart paths. You must perform grounds and building maintenance as directed by Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents. This position reports directly to the Assistant Superintendents.
Responsibilities
Mow and trim greens, aprons, tees, fairways, roughs, around trees, fence lines, banks and hillsides
Edge, trim, maintain and rake bunkers
Move or set golf holes, tee markers and flags as directed
Plant trees, shrubs and flowers
Pull weeds and clean beds
Trim and prune trees, hedges, brush and shrubbery
Removal of debris, snow or ice from bridges and grounds as required
Maintain equipment and observe safety procedures
Seed, fertilize, apply pesticides and herbicides as needed
Cut, roll, lay and water sod
Deliver drinking water, ice and drinking cups on golf courses
Clean and maintain restrooms
Perform cart path repairs and improvements
Load and haul rock, sand, or hot/cold asphalt mix
Install, repair and clean out culverts
Pressure wash equipment, buildings, bridges or other surfaces
Maintain ball washers
Sand and seed tees and divots
Water tees, greens, fairways, and other required areas
Helps in project work; assists in the construction of new greens, tees and fairways
Assist with repairs to the irrigation system, pipes and irrigation heads as needed
Requirements
Skill and knowledge of safe operation of various types of ground maintenance equipment
Knowledge of basic grounds maintenance, road repairs, structure and facility maintenance
Working knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and equipment
Perform basic preventative maintenance and cleans equipment daily
Ability to report problems or equipment failures to manager
Return equipment and tools to designated location at the maintenance facility
Understand basic principles of diesel and gasoline engines
Knowledge of proper loading, transportation and unloading of equipment
Skill in processes of seeding, fertilizing, mulching, and general preparation for restoration and renovation
Comprehension of location of offices, facilities, roads and boundaries
Ability to perform basic repairs and inspections of fencing, barriers, gates, signs, bridges and other structures
Basic comprehension to distinguish chemicals such as: cleaning, pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizer
Must have experience in grounds maintenance and/or light equipment operations or related experience
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Knowledge of or the ability to learn the basic rules of golf and golf etiquette
Ability to work flexible hours including early morning, weekends, overtime and holidays
Ability to work with the public in a professional manner
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Employee will be working on the golf course grounds and in the maintenance building. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to all elements: i.e., insects, snakes, poison ivy, extreme cold and hot temperatures, snow and rain. The employee will be exposed to loud noise, machinery with moving parts, dirt, dust, chemicals and occasionally foul odors. Heavy lifting is required, sometimes up to 75 pounds. Some work is preformed near public roadways, exposing employee to traffic and other hazards.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Verizon Phone Bill Discounts
401K + employer match (up to 6%)
Culture with Monthly Awards and Recognition
Free lunch daily
FSA for health and dependent care
Employee Golf Days
Hertz Rental Car Discounts
Employee Scholarship Opportunity
Employee Assistance Program