Golf Course Technician-Woodlands

Are you an early riser who likes the freedom of being outdoors? Do you get gratification from nature and seeing things grow? If you enjoy being around a golf course and the golf community then working for golf maintenance in the Parks and Recreation Department is the job for you. We provide onsite training to improve your skills. Benefits include free golf for you and your immediate family.

This posting is intended to fill a position(s) at the Woodlands Golf Course: The Woodlands is an 18-hole, regulation par 69, 5,400 yard golf course located at 9 Woodland Road in Hampton, near Hampton University. Any conversation about golf in the Tidewater region always characterizes The Woodlands as the course that's "always in great shape, no matter the season." https://www.hampton.gov/334/The-Woodlands

As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community
celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

Minimum Requirements

• Incumbents must be eighteen (18) years of age. Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED preferred. 
• One (1) year of experience as a grounds technician, equipment operator, or in a skilled labor position preferred. Previous experience working on golf courses desirable.
• Requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; ability to perform heavy outside manual labor; good interpersonal skills and good customer service skills. 
• Registered Technician Pesticide License preferred.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to an offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Incumbent performs duties with general direction from a team leader or more senior technician, but works within a team to carry out specific assignments without constant supervision. 
• Duties may be performed on nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Frequent contact with the general public and other employees is required.
• This  position is non-exempt.

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This is a part-time position and the weekly hours will be no more than 25 hours per week, and may be less.