• Golf Turf Laborers

    Provo City Corporation (Provo, UT)


    Position Title:

    Golf Turf Laborers

    Job Posting Closing Date:

    *OPEN FILE RECRUITMENT*

     

    [Applications will be considered in the order they are received.]

     

    Provo City is hiring seasonal laborers to perform work outside on the Timpanogos Golf Course.

    Job Details

    What is the compensation?

     

    Pay Rate: $10.00 - $18.00 per hour, depending upon skill level and experience. Payment will be by direct deposit.

     

    Seasonal Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive these great benefits: a) free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating; b) a free Provo City Library Card; and c) discounts from various local and national vendors.

     

    What will I do?

     

    + Perform general maintenance duties including routine manual labor.

    + Operate mowers, dump trucks, or other light equipment.

    + Grease reels and motors.

    + Maintain fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment on a daily basis.

    + Report equipment problems or failure to the equipment manager.

    + Wash, clean, and maintain equipment and grounds shop/garage.

    + Rake bunkers.

    + Assist in constructing new greens, tees, and fairways.

    + Lay sod and seed tees, greens, and fairways.

    + Install paths using gravel and asphalt mixes.

    + Excavate and backfill ditches and trenches with hand tools.

    + May be assigned responsibility to care for and maintain several designated holes on the golf course.

    + Assist other crew members as needed and perform other related work as required.

     

    What do I need to apply?

     

    + Any training or experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position.

    + Working knowledge of the safe use of hand tools and equipment required by the position.

    + Physical strength and agility enough to perform the work, ability to follow directions and communicate with the public in a courteous manner.

    + Valid, lawful driver license. Commercial driver license may be required at time of appointment.

    + Applicants must be 18 years of age.

     

    What are the hours and duration?

     

    Positions are for a fixed term from approximately February through December. Hours of operation are 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sunday through Saturday. Employees will work 4- to 8-hour shifts within these hours. Actual schedule will vary throughout the season, including weekends and holidays, and will be coordinated with supervisor.

     

    What are the physical and environmental factors?

     

    This position requires using equipment, bending, reaching, stooping, climbing, and lifting items of up to 50 lbs.; exposure to outside weather conditions including rain, sun, and varying/extreme temperatures; and interacting with the public in potentially tense or confrontational situations.

     

    What is the selection process?

     

    This is an open file posting. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for a minimum of 60 days. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

     

    If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

     

    Why Provo City?

     

    Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

     

    Provo City is an equal employment opportunity employer. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!

    Full Time/Part Time:

    Part time

    Position Type:

    Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

    Scheduled Hours:

    25

     

    It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

     

    Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!