Maintenance Worker (Greenskeeper)

Summary This position is located within, Commander, Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program. The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties necessary for the maintenance of the Golf Course greens, tees, fairways, rough and adjacent areas to keep them in the best possible playing condition. Incumbent will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor, however, during the Golf season will be assigned to the Golf Program. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Must pass all applicable records and background check. Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Physical activities include, but are not limited to standing, walking, turning, twisting, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, climbing, hearing, seeing, smelling and lifting items weighing up to 45 pounds unassisted. Work is performed primarily outdoors working in direct sunlight frequently and subject to a variety of weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow and wind. Subjected to many conditions inherent to golf course maintenance including cuts, bruises, burns, scrapes and may come in contact with irritating plants, insects, employees and golfers Must be able to read, write and understand both written and verbal instructions, be a high school graduate or equivalent Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license This position is subject to an irregular tour, which may include weekend and holidays. Must possess and maintain a Virginia Registered Technician/Pesticide Applicator license and be able to calibrate, load, and apply all such product as necessary to promote turf health as it relates to a golf course environment. Qualifications Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Must be able to read, write and understand both written and verbal instructions, be a high school graduate or equivalent, and have a minimum 1 year documented experience in golf course maintenance. Must have a general knowledge of maintenance of fine turf, trees and ornamentals and have the ability to operate a variety of equipment pertinent to golf course maintenance. Ability to operate vehicles such as pick-up trucks and 5-ton dump trucks with manual transmission. Must have the ability to operate all types of turf maintenance equipment. Education Must have High school diploma or GED. Additional information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct. Read more Benefits Review our benefits