Golf Course Grounds Maintenance Superintendent - City of Kilgore, TX : Job Details

Salary : $45,526.00 - $54,480.00 AnnuallyLocation : Meadowbrook 1306 N Houston St, TXJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 180102Department: Meadowbrook Golf CourseOpening Date: 09/30/2024Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills Essential functionsCompetencies

• Possess thorough knowledge of the construction and maintenance of golf course

tees, fairways and greens.

• Possess thorough knowledge of the maintenance of the different types of turf used

on golf courses, and the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubsand trees.

• Possess thorough knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various

fertilizers and soil conditioners, herbicides and pest control methods and materials.

• Possess thorough knowledge of drainage control methods, watering and irrigation

systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.

• Possess the ability to maintain tees, fairways, greens, and appurtenances to an

acceptable standard of golf course play.

• Possess the ability to plan, assign, and direct the work of others.
• Possess the ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Possess the ability to maintain effective employee and public relations.
• Possess a participating knowledge of the game of golf.

Supervisory responsibilities

• Supervise the mowing, watering and maintenance of tees, greens, fairways and

related areas.

• Supervise the planting, fertilizing and maintenance of turf.
• Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Order supplies and materials within budgetary limitations.
• Keep records of annual maintenance activities.
• Prepare personnel and cost estimates for the annual maintenance department

budget.

• Train all golf course maintenance employees.

Work environment

• Outdoors working environment subject to pre-dawn hours and adverse conditions such as heat, cold, rain and in awkward and confined spaces. Complete manual labor for long periods of time, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, crouching, or kneeling, pushing/pulling of levers on equipment and machinery, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time. Work in and around potentially hazardous substances, including pesticides, herbicides and motor fuel. Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, ability to drive an automobile.

Physical demands

• Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to safely use equipment and tools; vision sufficient to read printed materials, read small print on documents, Safety Data Sheets, and maps; detect subtle shades of color; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone, two-way radio and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift from the floor up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and up to 80 lbs. with assistance; physical stamina sufficient to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time, ability to persevere long periods of exposure to pollen and grass - no severe allergic reactions to dust or pollen; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

Required education and experience(Indicate requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity)

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required
• Zero-turn and reel mower experience
• Valid state driver's license, CDL is preferred

Additional eligibility requirements

• Must be able to pass a drug screen prior to employment

Work authorization/security clearance requirements; driver's license, drug screen, background, physical (Police and Fire additional requirements)(List any visa requirements, H1-B sponsorship, special clearances, etc. If applicable, insert information regarding government contracts or special requirements.) Affirmative Action/EEO statement (Insert if applicable) Other required dutiesPlease note this job requirement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time with or without notice. SignaturesThis job requirement has been approved by:Manager Date ________________HR Date _________________Employee signature below indicates the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position. Employee Date__________________The City of Kilgore offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as retirement with a two to one match, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, LTD Insurance, cafeteria plan, and longevity pay.