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GENERAL PURPOSE:

Incumbent in this position will be responsible for ensuring well-maintained, high quality, safe and aesthetically pleasing golf grounds, facilities and equipment.  

Applicants can expect to work at any of the golf facilities based on the needs of the Golf Division.

Discounted access available to all three of our great golf courses; enjoyable for beginner and advanced players!

The salary range for this position is $16.50- $20.47, depending on qualifications and experience.  

This part year position will work one of the following:

lasting a maximum of 10 months working less than 30 hours per week, lasting a maximum of 10 months working 30 hours plus per week with Medical coverage benefit option only, or 6 month Seasonal.

Position will remain open until filled.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Employee is a specialist in one or more of the following areas:

1. Maintain turf areas through applying fertilizers and pesticides periodically throughout the growing season. Performs aerification on turfgrass areas, overseed, and top dress greens, tees and other special areas.
2. Maintains irrigation system by monitoring and repairing problem areas, performing FST checks, raising valve boxes and heads, spot watering, syringing greens and adding additions to system.
3. Experience in operating equipment and tools in the construction trade with little supervision to complete small projects.
4. Assists Mechanic in servicing and repairing golf course maintenance equipment.
5. Set cups, tee markers and signs to facilitate speed of play and tournament requirements.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Employee is capable and expected to perform all other related golf course maintenance duties as needed.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

Occasionally assist other temporary employees while completing large tasks and projects.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Requires good work ethic and the ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with co-workers and general public. 

Core competencies:

Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years previous experience in golf course maintenance, irrigation, mechanical, and construction trades or landscape industry required.  Must be 18 years old upon time of hire.

Licensure and/or certifications: 

Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of application.

Material and equipment directly used:

Utility vehicles, tractors, mowers, spraying and fertilizing equipment, hand and power tools, specialty tools and equipment, fertilizers and horticulture chemicals.

Working Environment/physical activities:

Performs duties in several different locations, primarily in an outside environment.  Incumbent may be required to push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, move and position up to 50 pounds, and reach to perform the essential functions of the job.  Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and variable work hours including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home.  Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains.  The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene.  Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals.  Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness.  The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Retirement – 457 employee funded plan
• Medical Leave – Up to 48 hours accrued. Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked
• Per the ACA, employees working 30 Plus hours per week are eligible to enroll in one of the two 2 medical plan options – HRA & ACO

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:  The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,  disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

A driving record and criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.

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