DEPARTMENT:  Recreation and Facilities                                  FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full-time Exempt

POSITION FOCUS:

Works under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent. Responsible for assisting with the administration of the maintenance, repair, development and construction of the grounds at Arlington Lakes Golf Course, Nickol Knoll Golf Course, and Sunset Meadows Driving Range, Sunset Meadows natural turf, including both basins. 

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to the Golf Course Superintendent
• Assists with the supervision of non-exempt full-time, part-time and seasonal golf maintenance staff
• Serves as the acting Superintendent in the absence of the Golf Course Superintendent

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assists with supervision of the mowing, watering and maintenance of tees, green, fairways, and related areas
• Assists with the supervision of the planting, fertilizing and maintenance of turf at District golf properties.
• Inspects turf areas daily for fungus, insects and undesirable vegetation
• Assists with the supervision of the maintenance and repair of construction maintenance equipment, golf cart fleet, and parks equipment.
• Keeps inventory records on all equipment and commodities used in maintenance operations
• Assists with the planning of in-house and contracted capital maintenance projects
• Collaborates on the irrigation management of the District golf properties
• Consults with the Golf Course Superintendent daily to prevent maintenance interference with play
• Maintains work/time records of golf maintenance employees, prepares biweekly payroll and submits it to the Finance Department in a timely basis
• Adheres to budget requirements for golf club maintenance operations
• Assists with the hiring, training, and supervision of part-time seasonal staff
• Conducts staff meetings with direct reports
• Attends work on a regular basis
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee handbook
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment
• Additional functions assigned which may be considered essential

SECONDARY JOB DUTIES

• Assists with preparing specifications for fertilizers, chemicals, materials, trees, equipment and vehicles
• Selects trees and shrubs for trimming, pruning and propagation
• Sprays and grooms trees with fungicide
• Changes cups and tee markers
• Assists with mowing of golf course areas and aeration of greens, tees and fairways
• Troubleshoots the repairs of the Thorguard lightning detection units
• Submits reports to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and Illinois State Water Survey
• Assists with plowing snow at the golf, driving range and park properties
• Troubleshoots and repairs irrigation pumps, wells, piping and control panels
• Assists in the development and implementation of the department’s Comprehensive Plan and capital budget
• Assists provides orientation and training to staff
• Maintains required departmental records

• Attends meetings and participates in MAGCS, GCSAA, and other golf maintenance and other local community agencies, associations and organizations as deemed necessary related to areas of responsibility
• Attends approved professional conferences and workshops to promote knowledge in related areas of responsibility and for continuing education

HOURS

• Sunday through Saturday, 40 hours a week, a combination of daytime, evening, and weekend hours required on a weekly basis with work hours designated by the Director of Recreation and Facilities
• Hours during peak season will vary based on operational needs of the golf program
• Employee shall be on call as required
• Employee is considered to be on duty whenever the need exists

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive
• Heavy work, lifting up to 75 frequently with assistance, 50 pounds frequently without assistance and up to 20 pounds without assistance constantly
• General work area is outdoors, with frequent exposure to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions while performing job duties
• Exposure to chemicals such as fertilizers, pesticides, cleaning solutions, solvents, petroleum products, etc.
• Exposure to mud, dirt, dust and decaying organic material
• Exposure to chronic infectious disease while performing routine first aid or emergency procedures
• Protective clothing and equipment is required as it pertains to the particular job duty:
  • Ear plugs or ear covers
  • Safety goggles, glasses or face shield
  • Steel-toed boots, OSHA approved
  • Protective gloves
  • Rubber boots
  • Hard hat
  • Painting and spraying respirator
  • Back brace
  • Knee pads
  • Protective suit or outerwear
  • Chain saw chaps
  • CPR barrier device such as mask or mouthpiece
  • Non-latex gloves

This job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, and additional duties may be assigned at any time.