Compensation Amount: 17.00 USD Hourly Job Summary: The Greenskeeper is a key member of the course maintenance team and is responsible for the landscaping and maintenance around the golf course under the supervision of the golf course superintendent and assistant superintendent. Job Description: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Operates some equipment used in golf course maintenance such as walking greens mowers, tee mowers, string trimmers, fly mowers, backpack blowers, push mowers, hand saws, loppers and sod knives. Participates in annual flower planting around the properties, weed and debris clean-up in flower beds, weed removal from bunkers, cart path edging and brush projects. Maintains equipment fluid levels such as gasoline or diesel throughout the day. Reports equipment maintenance needs to the mechanic in a prompt manner. Ensures that all equipment is washed properly and returned to its designated location and charging station, if applicable. Performs bunker maintenance by raking. Hand waters areas such as greens, tees and fairways, as needed. Incorporates safe practices in job performance. Performs other duties as assigned. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE Ability to be alert, on time, properly attired and ready to receive instructions promptly at the beginning of shift. Ability to follow oral and written instruction. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have a willingness to learn. Must be dependable and possess a strong work ethic. Ability to work early morning shifts. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is often required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. They will occasionally be required to balance, stoop, twist upper body, kneel and climb. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color and peripheral vision and depth perception. Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards. Noise level is typically loud. Ability to work extended hours during golf season including weekends and holidays. EQUIPMENT USED Golf Cart Mowers String Weed Trimmer Backpack Blower Hand Saw Lopper Sod Knife Are you passionate about golf, working outdoors and being part of dynamic team? Giants Ridge, managed by Guest Services, is looking for Greenskeepers to join our maintenance crew at both of our championship golf courses. As a Greenskeeper, you'll be hands-on in the landscaping and maintenance of the golf courses, ensuring our greens and fairways remain in pristine conditions for guests to enjoy. Whether you're mowing greens, planting flowers, raking bunkers or learning new maintenance tasks, you'll be part of a team that takes pride in every detail of course care. Get ready for a fun and rewarding experience while learning from the best in the business! This position offers the potential for year-round employment with opportunities to transition into other roles at Giants Ridge as the seasons change! What We're Looking For: A strong work ethic and dependability. Willingness to learn and take on new challenges. Previous experience in landscaping or golf course maintenance a plus, but not required. Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to work early mornings, rotating weekends and flexible hours, as needed. Working in golf course maintenance has awesome perks, especially at our championship courses at Giants Ridge! Here are some of the reasons why it's a great job: Exclusive Golf Privileges - Hit the greens with complimentary golfing at our two championship golf courses. Have your office outdoors - enjoy stunning sunrises while working in a peaceful environment. Shifts start early in the morning, leaving your afternoons free for personal time or other activities. Exclusive Discounts - Save on delicious food, stylish apparel and must-have accessories while working at Giants Ridge. Work with Friends - Join a fun, supportive team where every day feels like an adventure. * And More! - Additional perks and surprises that make Giants Ridge a great place to work! Giants Ridge is the #1-rated family vacation destination in Minnesota. Located just north of Duluth in the heart of Minnesota's Superior National Forest, Giants Ridge is a four-season family-oriented resort offering fun and adventure for every level of outdoor enthusiast. Summer is filled with world-class golf, plus mountain biking, water recreation and more. Winter brings incredible skiing, snowboarding, fat tire biking and endless miles of snowmobile trails to explore, plus dining, shopping and much more. Spring and fall seasons are the perfect transitions to the next season of outdoor adventure. Founded in 1917, Guest Services has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the United States. Guest Services takes great care and pride in providing best-in-class services across a wide variety of client sites including luxury communities, hotels, resorts, government and business dining facilities, full-service restaurants, state and national parks, outdoor recreation, boathouses, marinas, museums, conference centers, senior living communities, health care systems, school and university dining facilities, and specialty retail stores. Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION: We embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the richness it brings to our company. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive workplace where individuals can bring their whole selves to work, enabling them to provide the best level of service to our diverse customer base. Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjk3NzExLjEwNTA2QGd1ZXN0c2VydmljZXNjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ
