Assistant Golf Worker

Summary

Golf Division is currently seeking an entry level candidate (driver's license not required, age 16 years or older) to become an Assistant Golf Worker and join a talented team of innovators to help strengthen the world-class stewardship of golf courses in our community. The Golf Division provides a positive and engaging environment, comprehensive training, and opportunity for professional growth and career advancement in the green industry. Experience is not necessary, a driver's license is not required, and positions generally open in early spring and last until late fall.

The Assistant Golf Worker position is a job where you'll be working outdoors, helping to the city's golf courses. You'll learn green industry standards, landscaping techniques, turf care and irrigation practices while performing a variety of duties including edging, raking, cleaning debris, weeding, and plant-bed care which are practical and in demand career skills.

Incentives:

Hourly employees are highly valued team members that the Recreation Department and the City of Fort Collins recognize by providing the following perks:

• Potential for paid personal time and paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal and financial assistance.
• Wellness program and access to workout facilities.
• Personal and professional learning opportunities plus potential for career mobility.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Gift card drawings for participating in Safety and Wellness programs.
• Discounted Golf Green Fees.
• Discounted Passes to City Recreation facilities.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided such as gloves, hard hats, safety glasses, boots, ear protection, etc.
• Safety boots and Golf division logo work attire provided.
• Mentoring by world-class, knowledgeable, and experienced Park professionals.
• Training opportunities to expand educational background.

Essential Duties:

• Assist in maintenance of City golf courses.
• Operate (after provided training) a variety of equipment including, utility vehicles, hand tools, power tools.
• Clean and remove trash from all areas of the golf course including shelters and restroom facilities.
• Assist with horticulture maintenance (shrub beds, flower beds, specialty gardens).
• Assist with irrigation maintenance and repairs.
• May help with snow removal.
• May collaborate with other Park divisions in Cemetery, Forestry and Parks as needed.
• Work successfully in a team environment, as well as autonomously, in all weather conditions.
• Interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Engage with team members in a considerate and helpful manner and project a positive attitude in the workplace.
• All other duties as assigned.