POSITION INFORMATION: Position:Greenskeeper II Location: Ponkapoag Golf Course Start Date: 4/5/26 End Date: 11/21/26 Work Hours: 40hrs - # of positions: 2 Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process. Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. ??Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. Who We Are as an Employer: At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Department of Conservation and Recreation's mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways.?DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR's staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. Job Opening: The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position Seasonal Greenskeeper II. DUTIES: Coordinate the seeding, sodding, cultivating, cutting and general upkeep of greens, lawns, shrubbery and grounds relating to a golf course in order to maintain proper conditions of fairways, tees, rough, greens, traps etc for recreational access by the public. Inspect golf course areas to determine the scope of work to be performed and recommend to supervisor action to be taken in accordance with established standards; notify supervisors of damage to course by weather or vandalism and provide direction to work crew assigned. Coordinate & perform construction of new greens, fairways and planting trees in order to continually improve conditions at the courses. Operate all equipment [various @types of mowers, tractors, aerators etc] and perform minor repairs to maintain proper working order. Assist in scheduling of employees to ensure proper coverage of grounds maintenance activities. Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment. Train new employees in the proper care and use of equipment. Incumbents of positions at this level or higher also: Make recommendations to supervisors concerning parts, supplies and equipment to be ordered. Determine when spraying, watering, overseeing, fertilizing and cutting of turf on green and tee areas are necessary. Determine the suitability of golf courses for play before opening then to the public. Provide on the job training to assigned employees. Prepare written reports of work completed. Perform other related duties as required. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the @types and uses of materials and equipment used in grounds keeping. Knowledge of the proper care and maintenance of equipment used in grounds keeping. Knowledge of the terminology and standard abbreviations used in connection with grounds keeping. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in grounds keeping. Knowledge of the @types and uses of hand power tools such as chain saws, hedge trimmers, etc. Knowledge of the procedures followed in greens keeping work. Knowledge of the techniques followed in insect and weed control. Knowledge of the @types and uses of pesticides. Knowledge of the @types and uses of small hand tools. Skill in operating equipment used in greens keeping work such as lawnmowers, rototillers, etc. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, park maintenance or tree maintenance work. Special Requirements: Possession of a current and valid Mass. Class 3 Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: AgricultureOrganization: Department of Conservation & Recreation Title: Seasonal Greenskeeper II- Ponkapoag Golf Course Location: Massachusetts-Canton - 2167 Washington Str Requisition ID: 260002GK
