Golf Course Laborer ID - 12900

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The City of Renton is recruiting for Golf Course Laborers to assist with ground maintenance at the Maplewood Golf Course. The schedule for this position varies and hours can range from 16 – 40 hours per week March through November. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a short term, part-time position.

Essential Functions

  • Prepare and maintain golf course.
  • Mow and edge lawns; trim, weed and prune landscaped areas; prepare and plant lawns, trees, shrubs, hedges and flowers.
  • Hoe weeds, rake lawns; water various ground areas by hand.
  • Operate blower to clean sidewalks, collect trash and perform general grounds cleaning. Assist in installing and repairing sprinkler systems as assigned.
  • Operate utility vehicles, riding and push mowers, edgers, weed eaters, power sweeper, blower, rakes, brooms, shovels, hose, chain saws, and other grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
  • Clean and perform routine maintenance on grounds maintenance equipment and tools. Repair fences and asphalt; mix and pour cement.
  • Use and operate grounds maintenance tools and equipment safely and effectively.
  • Learn methods in the performance of general grounds maintenance and ground reconstruction work.
  • Maintain positive and open communication with staff and management.
  • Demonstrate appropriate judgment when solving problems and making decisions.
  • Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Education, Experience, And Other Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the position and an understanding of the game of golf.
  • Successful passing of a required background check

Competency Requirements

  • Demonstrate knowledge of safety guidelines and practices.
  • Skill in overseeing and leading the work of others.
  • Ability to handle conflict and solve problems using tact, patience, and courtesy.
  • Ability to navigate emergency situations.
  • Work with diverse groups of people in a tactful, effective, and respectful manner.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, the community and program participants.
  • Follow instructions, both written and verbal.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The following represent the physical demands that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

  • Lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds on occasion.
  • Move throughout facilities and buildings.
  • Communicate with City employees and residents.
  • Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.
  • Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.
  • Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Noise level is moderately loud.
  • Work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as assigned.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Selection Procedure

The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton?

The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates’ names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Recruitment Process

The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring manager via email and/or phone. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check.

Communication From The City Of Renton

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. You will receive notification when the position has been filled.

This position accrues sick leave, but is not eligible for the City's benefit programs.

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Please explain why you are interested in applying for this position with the City of Renton.

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Are you able and willing to work a variety of hours to cover work shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency after hours and weekend standby status shifts?

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Some positions have a minimum age requirement of either 16 or 18 years of age. Please make a selection below.

  • I am under 16 years of age.
  • I am at least 16 years of age but am under 18 years of age.
  • I am 18 years of age or over.

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Thank you for your interest in joining the City of Renton team. We have adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, such as candidates' names, contact information, etc. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. You must thoroughly complete the education section (if applicable to the qualifications of this position) and work experience section in chronological order. You must also provide a thorough response to each of the Supplemental Questions. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application as described above without any personal identifiers included. Failure to do so may result in elimination from further consideration. Have you read and understood the information listed above?

  • Yes, I have read and understood the information listed above.
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