Golf Course Equipment Operator

SUMMARY

Responsible for using equipment to maintain golf course in the condition needed for a world-class golf facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Operates golf course equipment in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

Rakes sand traps and walk-mows greens and tees.

Uses Flymo and Weed Eater to trim course.

Cleans debris from course and operates backpack blowers to remove debris.

Places sod as needed.

Cleans and lubricates equipment after use.

QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; and one or more years work experience desired.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

S.C. driver's license

JOB SKILLS REQUIRED

Ability to use small machines, machine tools, and hand tools.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence.  Ability to write simple correspondence.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.   Must be able to recognize when a machine is not working properly and to make the proper decision regarding use or need for repair.  May be assigned responsibility for care of a particular machine.

SOCIAL SKILLS

Ability to communicate well with other staff members and supervisors.   Ability to learn and practice rules of golf etiquette with respect to working around playing golfers.  Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with members and guests.

PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.  The employee is frequently exposed to fumes; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.