Greenskeeper/Equipment Operator II - Full-Time, Seasonal

TPC Boston is a private par-72, 7,241-yard golf course located in Norton, MA. Originally designed by the legendary player/designer Arnold Palmer, TPC Boston’s award-winning layout was redesigned in 2007 by Gil Hanse. The golf course is crafted to fit seamlessly into the natural New England landscape and excels in the areas of resource conservation, water quality management, integrated pest management, wildlife/habitat management and education/outreach.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent education

• Must have 6 months experience as an Equipment Operator I or at least one year of experience in golf course operations or similar position

• Education in turfgrass management, or related field, may be substituted for work experience requirement

• Valid driver's license required

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Perform all duties and/or tasks relative to the Equipment Operator I position

• Maintain logs for the operation, maintenance, and gas usage of each machine

• Perform daily tasks necessary to keep the maintenance facility clean, organized, and safe 

• Clean machinery after each use

• Inspect all machines and report any deficiencies to the Equipment Technician

• Perform other functions and routine golf course maintenance activities as directed by the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations, Assistant Golf Course Superintendent I or Assistant Golf Course Superintendent II

• Be thoroughly trained for the procedures at each task prior to performing task

• Follow the guidelines in the Golf Course Maintenance Operations Manual for each specific task

• Perform specific tasks related to the Operator I and II training including the following:

• Tri-plex mow tees   

• Tri-plex mow approaches

• Tri-plex mow fairway collar

• Tri-plex mow rough

• Aerify greens and tees

• Spike greens

• Vertical mow greens and tees

• Mechanical top dress greens and tees

• Operate sod cutter

• Mechanical bunker raking

• Drainage Installation and repair

• Required to wear personal protective clothing and/or use protective equipment to comply with established safety operating standards

• Special projects or other duties as assigned

Pay starting at $18.50/hour

Our benefits may include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Life & Disability insurance
• 401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Complimentary employee meals
• Access to PGA Tour golf tournaments
• Tuition Assistance
• Playing privileges and employee discounts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a variety of outdoor weather conditions. Position is very active and requires lifting, pulling or pushing up to or over 50 pounds, moving and/or lift items with awkward weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Travel

• Travel is not expected for this position

Work Schedule Expectations

• This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities