Grounds Staff

By FC Cincinnati, Tuesday at 06:33 PM - Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Title: Assistant Groundskeeper Department: Turf Operations  Reports to:  Director of Turf Operations   About FC Cincinnati and TQL Stadium: FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team playing at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. The club’s wide and diverse ownership group is led by controlling owner Carl H. Lindner III; as well as managing owners Meg Whitman and Dr. Griff Harsh; Scott Farmer; and George Joseph. Originally founded in 2015 by Lindner III and co-CEO Jeff Berding, FCC began play in the United Soccer League (USL) in 2016. The club won the 2018 USL Regular-Season Championship in record-setting fashion and earned postseason berths in all three of its USL seasons. In 2017, FC Cincinnati also advanced to the semifinals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, a run that included victories over two MLS squads. FCC entered MLS in 2019 as the league’s 24th team.   In 2021, TQL Stadium hosted the U.S. Men’s National team World Cup Qualifier against Mexico, a thrilling 2-0 win in front of a sellout crowd. In June 2022, TQL stadium hosted an international friendly between World Cup bound USA and Morocco.  And in May 2022, TQL Stadium hosted it’s first-ever concert, with legendary rock act The Who doing the honors.   The teams operate out of the state-of-the-art Mercy Health Training Center (MHTC) in Milford, Ohio. Designed by MSA Sport, the $30 million, 24-acre facility includes three full-size, lighted soccer fields – including two stabilized natural grass surfaces and one synthetic turf surface – as well as a goalkeeper-specific training area.  The MLS team is housed in a 30,000 sq. ft., multilevel building abutting the fields, while the FCC Academy teams utilize a separate 4,000 sq. ft. wing of the building. Additionally, there is a 3,000 sq. ft. maintenance facility on the property.  In the design process, the MSA Sport design team benchmarked training grounds across the world, including the best in Europe, South America and Asia. The goal of the design meets the original goal to develop one of the premier and most progressive team facilities in Major League Soccer and North America.   Position Summary: FC Cincinnati is seeking highly motivated individuals to fill the position of Assistant  Groundskeeper. The role will aid the Turf Operations Department in their goal to provide safe, consistent, and aesthetically pleasing fields at both the practice facility and stadium, including match days.    Primary Responsibilities: Assist the TQL Stadium Turf Managers in day-to-day operations Aid in preparing TQL Stadium’s pitch for all FC Cincinnati matches and special events as necessary Assist in implementing sports turf management best practices, such as aerification, fertilizing, integrated pest management, field lining, as well as chemical applications Conduct testing procedures for performance control to meet MLS standards Ability to work outside of regular business hours including but not limited to weekends and holidays as required by the FCC home game schedule and special events   Education: College graduate with a 2 – 4 year degree in Turf Science, Horticulture, or related field preferred Exceptional time management skills and ability to accomplish goals in a timely manner Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize daily objectives    Required Skills: Desire for growing knowledge base of all turfgrass related topics Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a team environment Ability to demonstrate accuracy and precision in quality of work as well as excellent follow through Ability to consistently be at work on time and flexibility to work long hours to accomplish certain goals Ability to lift weight in excess of 60lbs repeatedly/daily Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide verification of vaccination prior to start date   FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   Please apply through TeamworkOnline.com and include your resume and salary requirements.  Please indicate if you are a West End neighborhood, Cincinnati, OH resident.

By City of Atlanta, Monday at 05:42 PM - Atlanta, Georgia

Performs general grounds keeping and assists in construction or maintenance projects for assigned department. Performs general grounds keeping and assists more seasoned employees in construction or maintenance projects.  Maintains equipment and supplies. May utilize mowing equipment and hand tools. Ability to follow all safety rules and regulations related to equipment and tools in use.

By Tufts University, Sunday at 11:11 PM - Medford, Massachusetts

Job Location: Medford, Massachusetts Categories: Facilities Req ID: 17300 Overview Shift: Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Hourly rate: $31.17/hr. The Department of Facilities Services is responsible for the efficient and cost effective operations, maintenance and management of all Tufts University facilities consisting of approximately 5 million square feet of space on three campuses (Somerville/Medford, Grafton, and Boston). A broad range of services are provided to support the University campuses including: facility maintenance by all trades, capital maintenance, information technology systems for operations (work control, time capture, preventative maintenance), energy and utilities systems, recycling and waste management, event services, residential facilities coordination, grounds maintenance and facility condition assessment and tracking. Facilities Services plays a critical role in planning for the $30M/year deferred maintenance investment. Related functions, which require close coordination with this department, are public and environmental health and safety, planning, design and construction of capital and deferred maintenance projects including major repairs, renovation and new construction. What You'll Do Reporting to facilities management the Groundskeeper is responsible for the tasks associated with the care and maintenance of the lawns, grounds, roadways, sidewalks and other areas surrounding the university campus as needed to sustain the high quality aesthetic appearance and safety of the campus for the Tufts community. The Groundskeeper provides labor and grounds services which may include but are not limited to: Grass cutting, snow removal, weeding, pruning, sanding, seeding, fertilizing, de-icing and plowing. This position also provides services for university events, including set-ups, building maintenance tasks, installation of lawn furniture and landscaping tasks. The Groundskeeper drives various types of vehicles including but not limited to trucks, automobiles, front-end loaders, skid-steers and vans and uses various types of equipment and tools to move University furnishings and equipment, and to provide set-ups and take-downs for events and special activities. This position performs similar or related duties as required. This position is considered essential as defined in the Tufts University Employee Handbook. What We're Looking For Basic Requirements: Two (2) or more consecutive years of relevant grounds experience required. Working knowledge and experience in state of the art groundskeeping methods and techniques such as fertilization, aeration, irrigation, weeding, seeding, sowing and sodding: Must possess a High School diploma or GED. Must possess a valid US driver's license. Requires valid 2B hoister's license within 90 days of hire. Requires valid MA pesticide applicators (CORE) license within 90 days of hire. Knowledge of operating and providing upkeep maintenance for equipment and vehicles such as tractors, loaders, mowing machinery, rototillers, hydraulic sprayers, aerators, lawn sweepers, and tractor-mounted snow removal equipment. Excellent working knowledge with winter operations for snow plowing and sanding/salting operations with a minimum of three years of experience. Ability to operate tractor mounted attachments including but not limited to: snow blowers, Rake-O-Vac, Verti Drain, Verti Cutter, Top Dressers, Slicer Seeders, fertilizers spreaders. High level knowledge of and ability to use a variety of hand tools such as shovels, rakes, lawn rollers, saws, pruners, hoses, trowels, tamps, hammers, pliers, wrenches and spading forks, Etc. Must be physically fit to carry out effectively all the requirements of the Facilities department; including the use and care of grounds equipment and tools. Ability to direct the work of and provide hands on guidance for small work groups of employees assigned to specific grounds or labor assignments and projects. Mechanical proficiency and use of small power and hand tools is required. Knowledge of plant material, planting techniques, pruning, weeding, grass mowing and snow removal and sanding and de-icing operations is necessary. Must be conscientious, adaptable and have the ability to communicate and work respectfully with co-employees, students, faculty and staff. Experience with computers for creating Word documents, updating work status in facilities related systems and use of e-mail for timely and professional communication and correspondence. Capability with the use desktops, laptops, iPads or other devices. Excellent written and oral communication skills Solid time management skills including the ability to multi-task, tactfully deal with unforeseen challenges and people and work well in a team setting with other technicians and trades professionals. The ability to read, write and comprehend the English language is required. Must be able to lift at least 70 lbs. and physically meet the requirements of the position job duties. Required to work indoors and outdoors and during inclement weather year round. Preferred Qualifications: Valid 2B hoister's license Valid MA pesticide applicators (CORE) license Valid MA Commercial Pesticide Certification Three or more consecutive years of relevant ground experience for an institution of higher education. Two (2) years of natural and synthetic athletic field experience. Experience in the use Maximo CMMS system 1D hoister's license preferred Special Work Schedule Requirements: Flexibility in work schedule required due to campus related emergencies, events occurring nights and weekends and special events such as matriculation and commencement. An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire, promotion, or transfer. Equal Opportunity Employer - minority/females/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity. Apply Here PI192391801

By Medford Village Country Club, September 17 - Medford, New Jersey

Medford Village Country Clubs  private country club located in southern New Jersey. We are looking for full time help on the greens department. Applicants will work closely with the superintendent and assistant superintendent. Applicant will have the opportunity to gain knowledge of all aspects of golf course maintenance, including daily mowing, water management, pesticide and fertilizer applications, course setup, construction projects, irrigation maintenance, and equipment maintenance. This position is an excellent opportunity for a creative, hardworking individual.  Hours ranging from 40-46 hours/week. Need to work one weekend morning.  This position is full time  year round employment.   Duties will include but not be limited to course setup, mowing of playing surfaces (greens, tees, fairways, roughs), bunker and natural area maintenance, flower bed maintenance, landscape maintenance.  Opportunity to learn and grow if applicant desires. Employment availability from March-December.  

By Hyde Park Golf Course, September 15 - Jacksonville, Alabama

Designed by Donald Ross in 1925, Hyde Park Golf Club is the oldest public course in Jacksonville, Florida, and was once a part of the Men’s and Women’s PGA Tours in the 1940’s and ‘50’s.  Hyde Park preceded the Greater Jacksonville Open and The Players Championship in making Northeast Florida a historic and memorable total golf “experience”. We are currently looking for a golf course attendant/equipment operator that will be responsible for the care and maintenance of the golf course.   The care and maintenance may result in various jobs throughout the day and may also vary from day to day. RESPONSIBILITIES •  Operate mower or tractor to mow greens, collars, approaches, tees, fairways, roughs any within the property. •  Repair divots and ball marks on greens, fairways and tee boxes. •  Cut cups, move tee markers and clean ball washers. •  Utilize the bunker rake and handheld rake to spin and maintain sand in bunkers. •  Edge bunkers, cart paths and curbs throughout golf course and parking lot. •  Edge and groom around irrigations sprinklers, value boxes and yardage markers. •  Topdress,and verti-cut greens. •  Continually monitor and remove loose debris and trash throughout the course. •  Change course signs such as cart directional signs, ropes and stakes for cart traffic control. •  Trim trees and hedges as needed. •  Assist with course improvement projects such as drainage and sodding. •  Aerate all turf areas. •  Complete all designated work assignments pertaining to course maintenance as directed by the Superintendent and/or Assistant Superintendent.

By Riverwinds Golf and Tennis Club, September 13 - West Deptford, New Jersey

Whether you like golf, being outdoors, or just being around great people, Riverwinds Golf and Tennis Club is looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, and motivated Grounds Crew Member to join our team!   Spend your day ensuring that the landscape is vibrant on our breathtaking 18 hole championship course that features views of the Delaware River and Philadelphia skyline. Work with a great group of people and Jet, our Goose Chasing Dog to create memorable experiences for all of our guests.   About Us:   Ron Jaworski Golf strives to be an employer of choice.   When you join our team, you won't only get to use your skills to help grow our business, you also get to join the rapidly expanding Ron Jaworski Golf family. This diverse team takes pride in working hard and playing hard. We foster a culture of opportunity by helping our employees advance their careers and always look for opportunities to promote and celebrate our hard-working staff.   We are passionate about creating memorable experiences for all of our guests while leading the pack and driving change. We strive to build customers for life by getting involved in the community around us and investing in our youth through Jaws Youth Playbook, our 501(c)(3) non-profit charity.   So, whether you love golf, delicious food, or weddings, apply below to use your talent and skills to bring smiles to our guests faces.   What We Offer:   Opportunities for Growth within the Organization Employee Golf Privileges Chef Prepared Shift Meals at No Cost to Employees Ongoing Country Club/Hospitality Training and Experience Employee Discounts   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Precise mowing – greens, tee boxes, fairways, rough, and around clubhouse. Edging, raking, and other duties including sand trap maintenance. Pulling weeds, trimming trees & shrubs, mulching beds throughout the course and clubhouse. Grounds cleanup on course and around clubhouse, including limbs, sticks, trash, etc. Assist in cleanup and maintenance of equipment. Make repairs to irrigation system as needed and learn operation of system. Change cups and tee markers. Trims trees, prunes shrubbery, and cultivates shrubs and flowers. Assist in project work to including but not limited to: construction of greens, tees, and fairways; prepare soil base; lay sod and seed tees, greens and fairways Ability to safely and properly operate trucks and motorized equipment Perform other duties as directed by his/her supervisor   QUALIFCATIONS:   High School Graduate or GED preferred Must be available to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Ability to lift 70 lbs Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, and reaching Must be able to drive a mechanical vehicle

By Valleybrook Country Club, September 13 - Blackwood, New Jersey

Whether you like golf, being outdoors, or just being around great people, Valleybrook Country Club is the right fit for you!   Valleybrook is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Grounds Crew Member to join our team! In this position, you'll be spending your day on this course ensuring that the landscape is healthy and captures the natural charm of South Jersey. This course not only includes a mix of flat and hilly terrain but also has water that comes into play nine times throughout the round so your workdays will never be boring!   About Us:   Ron Jaworski Golf strives to be an employer of choice.    When you join our team, you won't only get to use your skills to help grow our business, you also get to join the rapidly expanding Ron Jaworski Golf family. This diverse team takes pride in working hard and playing hard. We foster a culture of opportunity by helping our employees advance their careers and always look for opportunities to promote and celebrate our hard-working staff.   We are passionate about creating memorable experiences for all of our guests while leading the pack and driving change. We strive to build customers for life by getting involved in the community around us and investing in our youth through Jaws Youth Playbook, our 501(c)(3) non-profit charity.   So, whether you love golf, delicious food, or weddings, apply below to use your talent and skills to bring smiles to our guests faces.   What We Offer:   Opportunities for Growth with the Organization Employee Golf Privileges Chef Prepared Shift Meals at No Cost to Employees Ongoing Country Club/Hospitality Training and Experience Employee Discounts   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Precise mowing – greens, tee boxes, fairways, rough, and around clubhouse. Edging, raking, and other duties including sand trap maintenance. Pulling weeds, trimming trees & shrubs, mulching beds throughout the course and clubhouse. Grounds cleanup on course and around clubhouse, including limbs, sticks, trash, etc. Assist in cleanup and maintenance of equipment. Make repairs to irrigation system as needed and learn operation of system. Change cups and tee markers. Trims trees, prunes shrubbery, and cultivates shrubs and flowers. Assist in project work to including but not limited to: construction of greens, tees, and fairways; prepare soil base; lay sod and seed tees, greens and fairways Ability to safely and properly operate trucks and motorized equipment Perform other duties as directed by his/her supervisor   QUALIFCATIONS:   High School Graduate or GED preferred Must be available to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays  Ability to lift 70 lbs Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, and reaching Must be able to drive a mechanical vehicle

By McDonogh School,, September 6 - Owings Mills, Maryland

Grounds Persons are essential personnel, they will work under the direction of the Director of Grounds to carry out all duties required to maintain and enhance the grounds and athletic fields of the campus. Essential Functions Utilize grounds equipment to carry out day to day maintenance activities Work in a team environment to accomplish improvement projects Install and maintain infrastructure as directed Carry out preventative maintenance and repair of all grounds equipment Apply seed, fertilizer, plant protectants to turf as directed Clean and maintain an organized work environment Work with contractors when necessary to accomplish goals Participate in emergency management activities Work as directed on snow and ice removal efforts to provide safe passage to residents, students, parents, faculty and staff in the event of winter weather Other duties as assigned As "essential personnel", Grounds persons are required to be available in the event of emergency situations that may or may not be related to winter weather, fire, natural disaster or any other property altering circumstance that may be caused by outside agents Working Conditions Balancing. Bending. Climbing. Evening, weekend, and Holiday hours may be required. Lifting of at least 50 pounds. Lifting up to 10 pounds. Reaching, grasping. Repetitive tasks. Sitting. Standing. Stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling. Talking, hearing, tasting or smelling. The potential presence of fumes (airborne), toxic, or caustic chemicals. The potential risk for electrical shock. Walking around campus. Working in humid conditions. Working in outside weather conditions. Working near moving mechanical parts. Working with moderate to loud noise levels.    

By Four Seasons Golf & Sports Club - Orlando, August 1 - updated August 29 - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Four Seasons Golf and Sports Club Orlando is an 18-hole Tom Fazio design located in the heart of Lake Buena Vista Florida (Disney). Four Seasons Golf and Sports Club Orlando offers an incredible experience set amid varying elevations, abundant wildlife, and protected wetlands. The golf course has hosted various Champions Tour and LPGA events over the last 5 years, most recently hosting the 2021 LPGA Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions.  We are looking to add team-oriented individuals with a passion for the game of golf and course management. These positions require a positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work with the team as well as work alone, and willingness to want to learn all aspects of golf maintenance.   The groundskeeper positions assist the course maintenance staff in day-to-day operations, performs daily course maintenance responsibilities to a high level and incorporates safe work practices in job performance. The potential candidates would be capable of following instructions as given and would adopt the “culture” of the department in behavior, work ethic and appearance. Our team puts a lot of effort into creating a unique development plan to enhance each team member's skills and focus on work- life balance as a key component. The Groundskeepers will work 40 hours a week with every other weekend off.  Our team consists of Groundskeepers, Project Manager/ Irrigation Technician, Equipment Technicians, Assistant Golf Course Superintendents, Golf Course Superintendent and Director of Golf Course & Landscape Operation. 

By Charlotte Country Club, August 26 - updated August 26 - Charlotte, North Carolina

  Full-time Horticulture Maintenance Charlotte Country Club was founded in 1910 and is located four miles east of uptown Charlotte, in the historic Plaza-Midwood neighborhood. Charlotte Country Club is known as a top 10 private club in the US. The club was also recognized as a Top-50 Platinum Club of the World by the Club Leaders Forum.   Summary: Performs all duties associated with maintenance and care of our landscape ornamentals and club lawns, under the supervision of the Director of Horticulture. Duties will consist of installations, maintenance and care of woody and herbaceous plant material, annual color, and turf. At Charlotte Country Club, we believe in developing tomorrow’s leaders through mentoring, teaching and quality hands on experience.   Essential Functions: Performs a wide range of landscape maintenance tasks important to the preservation, protection and display of our landscape beds, including but not limited to soil preparation, planting, transplanting, mulching, weeding, irrigation, fertilizing, pesticide application, tree work, etc. Exercises quality mowing, string trimming, and stick edging. Maintains care of horticultural tools, equipment, and Club property. Ensures that all applicable safety standards are followed. Adapts or modifies work methods to reduce hazards. Works with low pressure irrigation system which includes replacing nozzles, replacing heads and recognizing ineffective stations. Seed and fertilize the club house lawns. Performs other duties as assigned.   The Company:  Charlotte Country Club is a premier, exclusive private country club located in the heart of Charlotte, North Carolina in the Plaza-Midwood neighborhood.    Charlotte Country Club was founded in 1910 and is the oldest club in Charlotte.  Our Club is honored to have been named a Top 20 Platinum Club of America.   Our leadership supports professional development and community and industry involvement.    Our Club is committed to service excellence. Our exceptional staff strives each day to provide an unparalleled country club experience. Charlotte Country Club embraces diversity and encourages all applicants to apply.  No phone calls please.    

By Lancaster Host Golf, August 17 - updated August 17 - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Golf Course Ranger: Summary: Oversees the operation of a golf course. In this career, you patrol the course and driving range, ensuring golfers follow the course’s rules and regulations. You monitor golfers during play, and maintain golf course rules and play etiquette. Your responsibilities include serving as a liaison between players, employees, and management along with communicating feedback between golfers and other staff. Other duties include handling emergency situations and providing excellent customer service to players. You make sure supplies are always available. Responsibilities:   Patrols golf courses for the purpose of directing players in the proper manner of play and proper observance of course rules and regulations.   Enforces established rules of course among golfers such as replacing divots, wearing of proper clothing and practicing at designated sites.  Using excellent customer service skills; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials and general public. Receives and responds to complaints from golfers.   Maintain frequent contact with golf proshop  to discuss traffic flow, golf cart use and other factors affecting smooth daily operations.   Responsible for placing water coolers on course, keeping them filled, and cups supplied as needed.   Must be able to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays.   Performs duties as a starter when required by schedule. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

By Heritage Harbour Golf Resort and Lodge, August 16 - updated August 16 - Bradenton, Florida

Golf Course Maintenance staff needed for golf course under renovation in East Bradenton.  All positions available now!

By Denver Parks and Recreation, August 15 - Denver, Colorado

ABOUT OUR JOB With eight golf facilities, Denver Golf has something for everyone: one 27-hole regulation golf course, four 18-hole regulation golf courses, one 18-hole executive mountain golf course, two 9-hole par three golf courses, two Miniature Golf facilities, five driving ranges (including the signature Aqua Golf water range), six Restaurants, and Denver Junior Golf - The First Tee of Denver (one of the largest Junior Golf programs in the country). Denver Golf has outstanding course conditions and top-notch guest services for the best value. From urban golf settings to mountain vistas, you will find it here at Denver Golf. Working for Denver Golf offers great benefits, such as flexible schedules, golf perks, and the opportunity to work outdoors. See what Denver Golf is all about!   The Denver Municipal Golf Courses are open for play year-round (weather permitting) from daylight until dark, and the golf pro shops are open 364 days a year. We are seeking applicants who can work weekends and holidays during our operating season. Staff is still needed for late summer and fall. Below are our courses: Aqua Golf (501 W Florida Ave) City Park Golf Course (3181 E 23rd Ave) Evergreen Golf Course (29614 Upper Bear Creek Rd) Harvard Gulch Golf Course (660 E Iliff Ave) Kennedy Golf Course (10500 E Hampden Ave) Overland Park Golf Course (1801 S Huron St) Wellshire Golf Course (3333 S Colorado Blvd) Willis Case Golf Course (4999 Vrain St) Seasonal Outdoor Golf Course Workers: Perform routine landscaping Mow, aerate, and fertilize the course and other landscaped areas Load and unload equipment and supplies, clean and care for basic tools and equipment Assist in the repair of water line breaks, cut and lay sod, and clean sprinkler lines, valves, and heads Assist trade workers with painting and other assigned duties Assist fence crews in the basic maintenance of golf courses and construction of sprinkling systems ·Assist with horticultural tasks in flower beds and other plantings May assist tree trimmers in the maintenance of trimming, removing, and spraying trees Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

By City of Thornton, CO, August 10 - Thornton, Colorado

ABOUT YOU Shifts are from 6:00am-2:30pm. If you like the getting started early and having the rest of your afternoons free this is a great opportunity! If you enjoy being outside year round, mountain air, 300+ days of Colorado sunshine, and mixing up your work day you'll enjoy this job. ABOUT US Thornton is a big city and continuing to develop, so we keep growing as a team!  If you're wanting to try something new or you're already well versed in park maintenance, there's a need for you here.   Do you speak Spanish, Hmong, or ASL? You can participate in our Multi-lingual Pay Program if you want get paid more to use your language skills to help our residents and your team. Our mission is to serve our residents, visitors, and employees of Thornton well! New employees start accruing time off at 10 hours/month, and sick leave at 8 hours/month. We have paid government holidays and 2 bonus "floating holidays" for you on the day you start.  Mandatory retirement contributions at 6% are matched at 7.6%. And enjoy free recreation center pass for you and a discounted family pass!   ABOUT THE POSITION Under specified supervision, performs a variety of duties maintaining parks, open space, trails, municipal grounds, rights-of-way, medians, and roundabouts; or a variety of arboricultural duties to include the care and maintenance of trees, shrubs and/or flowers.   Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower level or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.   Park Maintenance Specialist I: Under general supervision, incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of work assigned to this class and to work with independence and initiative.   Park Maintenance Specialist II: Under direction incumbents work independently, exercising judgment and initiative. Incumbents may train employees on duties and safety practices, and lead a crew in the absence of a crew leader or supervisor.     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS   (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)   Performs park maintenance duties including various combinations of the following: waters, mows, weeds, trims, renovates, and fertilizes turf areas; plants, waters, edges, prunes, and removes trees, shrubs, bushes, and flowers; clears snow, leaves, and debris from rights-of-way, sidewalks, sports fields and courts; empties trash receptacles and transports rubbish to landfill.   Performs maintenance on the ball fields including repairing batter boxes and pitching mound areas, removes litter, sweeps dugouts, cleans bleachers and dugouts; performs infield maintenance including blowing off turf area bordering the infield, hand raking perimeter, edges, scarify, nail drags and safety drags infield; transports equipment.   Performs conversions for the Naturally Thornton program. This includes removal of bluegrass, preparing a new seedbed, reseeding the area, mowing, modifying irrigation systems and keeping the area weed free throughout the establishment period.    Maintain the city’s open space areas such as waterways, lakes, trail corridors and other undeveloped properties. Some of the tasks include noxious weed identification and control, invasive tree and shrub control, trail maintenance, amenity maintenance, monitoring wildlife and fish issues and litter control.   Operates and maintains equipment necessary to complete the duties required for the position.    Inspects and repairs park equipment and facilities, such as playground equipment, picnic tables, and grills.   Responds to requests, concerns and inquiries from the public and City staff.   Maintains and repairs computerized park irrigation system, changing and adjusting sprinkler heads, maintaining controllers, and assisting in the installation and major maintenance of irrigation plumbing.   Maintains trees, shrubs, and beds throughout the City by watering, pruning, trimming, planting, removing, weeding and chipping. Identifies and coordinates the pruning and removal of high-risk trees and shrubs on public and private property.    Maintains landscape throughout the City pertaining to major medians, rights-of-ways (ROW) and roundabouts by watering, planting, pruning, weeding and enhancing hardscapes.     Selects, purchases, plants, prunes, and removes trees and other plant materials.   Examines and identifies various trees or landscape planting sites to evaluate specific health and maintenance needs. Recommends/implements solutions for problems such as pests and diseases.  Designs, plants, maintains, and removes annual flowers within park flowerbeds. Selects and purchases shrubs, perennials, and annual flowers. Participates in the maintenance of the Xeric Garden.   Provides diagnostic services and advice to residents, public groups and City staff on matters related to trees and tree care. Maintains tree inventory using ESRI/ArcMap software. Assists with mapping projects using ArcMap software. Assists with the generation of Tree City USA documentation.   Assists in developing and performing an inventory of shrub beds and plant materials using ESRI/ArcMap software. Assists with mapping projects using ArcMap software.   Updates and adds general arboriculture information to the web page.   Assists with the planning, coordination and setup of public programs and special events such as Arbor Day, Thorntonfest, and the Trees for Tomorrow program. Attends these events.   May act as a lead worker for special projects including, but not limited to, landscape plantings, inventory projects, tree workshops, Arbor Day events, and educational presentations.    Responds to on-site inquiries from the public and staff.   Inspects parks and trails for safety hazards such as debris and landslides.   Sets up appropriate traffic control devices when working in the right-of-ways and medians.   Assists in snow removal.    Maintains daily work logs.   May apply herbicides and pesticides in accordance with prescribed guidelines; maintains usage records.   May train employees, assign work, monitor progress, and inform supervisor of performance issues.   May lead and oversee the work of seasonal park maintenance workers.   May be required to work overtime.   May work a varying schedule and/or shift.   Performs other duties as assigned.

By Long Meadow Golf Club, August 8 - updated August 8 - Lowell, Massachusetts

Long Meadow Golf Club is a private, member owned 9 hole golf club and is seeking hard working, self-motivated individuals for the up coming golf season. If you have a passion for golf or simply enjoy working outside, this is a great opportunity for you. This is a full time seasonal position, starting as soon as possible and running through December. Individuals must be willing to work early mornings, work Mon-Fri and one weekend morning, have reliable transportation, be on time, have the ability to lift push or pull 50lbs and operate equipment in a safe manner at all times. Previous landscape or golf maintenance experience a plus but not a must.

By North Andover Country Club, August 7 - North Andover, Massachusetts

Full-time Seasonal & Part-time positions are currently available on the grounds crew at the North Andover Country Club. Experience in golf course maintenance, landscaping, and clay tennis court maintenance is preferred, but not required, will train the right individual. Experience hand mowing and hand watering greens is a huge plus. It is a physically demanding job; please consider that lifting 60 lbs. may be required. Must be able to perform all basic grounds maintenance duties such as filling divots, bunker raking, course clean up, raking, shoveling, string trimming, push mowing, and back pack blowing. Must be available on WEEKENDS and HOLIDAYS, especially mornings. Must be an early riser, the daily work schedule will start as early as 5:30am (most days 6:00am). Must be flexible due to the weather and the golf / tennis schedule. ·         Full Time Positions: An average work week is 30-40 hours with possible overtime. ·         Part Time Positions: A few hours first thing in the morning. The ideal applicant should be able to demonstrate the ability to function as part of a team with a positive attitude and strong work ethic; RELIABILITY and PUNCTUALITY is essential. Applicant MUST have reliable transportation. ·         Limited golfing privileges. ·         SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY AFTER THREE SEASONS Please call or email Phone: (978)685-4776 – LEAVE MESSAGE Email: naccgreenskeeper@gmail.com

By Collegiate School, August 1 - updated August 1 - Richmond, Virginia

Collegiate School seeks a Groundskeeper to be primarily responsible for completing the daily tasks related to maintaining and improving the campus grounds. This position is designated as Essential Personnel during emergency situations (i.e. snow removal). This is a full-time, benefited position, 12-month position. Responsibilities will include:    Plant, prune, trim, spray, mow weed fertilize, sweep, blow, trash removal, rake, cultivate, dig, water, shovel or plow snow, remove ice, spread salt and/or sand and other related duties. Operate and maintain various types of equipment, including power mowers, blowers, saws, edger and shears. Help in planning, designing, installing, and maintaining new beds on campus. Operate tractors and attachments to maintain grounds as needed. Maintain equipment for cleanliness and report all repairs needed. Apply herbicides for weed management, when properly trained and certified. Remain up-to-date and informed as to current practices of job-related functions. Comply with OSHA safety rules and regulations, and use appropriate P.P.E. Be available to work special events, activities, and certain weekend days, as needed. Perform other necessary Physical Plant duties, as assigned.

By Century Golf, July 13 - updated July 13 - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

An Equipment Operator reports to the Superintendent and/or Assistant Superintendent and is responsible for the general care and maintenance of the golf course, inclusive of all turf mowing and daily set-up and service to the courses.   ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES •  Operate all turf mowing equipment for grooming of turf area such as greens, collars, approaches, tees, fairways, roughs, clubhouse and all common grounds areas as defined throughout the property. •  Repair ball marks on greens and fill divots in fairways and tee tops. •  Change cups, rotate tee markers and service all course accessories. •  Rake and maintain sand in bunker floors. •  Edge bunkers, cart paths and curbs throughout golf course and parking lot. •  Edge and groom around irrigations sprinklers, value boxes and yardage markers. •  Topdress, verti-groom and verti-cut greens. •  Continually monitor and remove loose debris and trash throughout the course. •  Rotate course signage such as cart directional signs, ropes and stakes for cart traffic control. •  Trim trees, groom native plants and hedges and change out flower beds throughout the courses. •  Assist with course improvement projects such as drainage, sodding, seeding, and tree planting. •  Aerate all turf areas. •  Complete all designated work assignments pertaining to course maintenance as directed by the Superintendent and/or Assistant Superintendent.