SUMMARY Under direction of the management team, works on the diverse range of activities involved in golf course maintenance and construction, does semiskilled grounds construction and maintenance work and performs tasks as required in a professional and timely manner.

*Please note that this a seasonal position from May 1st to October 1st.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Follows the guidelines set forth in the Jay Peak employee manual and supplemental greens department manual.

• Follows all safety guidelines.

• Performs tasks as directed by the greens management team.

• Uses powered equipment to mow greens, tees, aprons, fairways, roughs and other areas on the property.

• Performs course cleanup using hand blowers, tractor blower, sweeper, chipper, log splitter, tractors or manual labor.

• Assists in the implementation of erosion control and environmental management plan

• Rakes sand traps either mechanically or by hand

• Waters, fertilizes, top dresses, seeds, aerates, verticuts, rakes and grooms turf areas

• Grades and prepares a soil plant bed, lays sod and seeds golf course and related property

• Changes cups and tee markers and course setup

• Assists in the construction of new greens, tees, fairways, and other features by grading, preparing soil and seeding with appropriate erosion measures.

• Operates dump trucks and other light equipment for hauling materials and removing debris

• Performs tree work and pruning, which involves the use of chain saws and brush cutters, chipping, clearing hauling and burning.

• Performs or assists in the construction, maintenance and repair of structures and accessories associated with the golf course

• Cultivates and weeds flower beds and shrubs and similar clubhouse grounds

• Keeps equipment clean fueled and lubricated. Notifies the mechanic immediately of any equipment failures, noises, vibrations or concerns, etc.

• Observes, monitors and directs players and notifies the management team of any occurring problems on the premises

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, which could be directly related, or un-related to original position.

  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

  QUALIFICATIONS

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  Level 4

  LANGUAGE SKILLS

  Ability to read & comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, & memos. Ability to write simple

  correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one & small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.

  MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

  Basic Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent to draw and interpret bar graphs.

  Level 3

  REASONING ABILITY

  Basic Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

  Level 3

  COMPUTER SKILLS

  Basic computer skills.

  CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  Valid driver’s license.

  OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

  Ability to safely operate equipment associated with the maintenance of the golf course. Having or developing an understanding of the game of golf as it relates to the everyday maintenance of the course and its players.

  OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

  Knowledge of tools, methods and materials in golf course and grounds landscape construction and maintenance work.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands & arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

  WORK ENVIRONMENT

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

   

  While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; extreme heat; vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

WHY WORK AT JAY PEAK?

We’re a team of good-natured folks at the heart and soul of a growing resort community. Our co-workers are our friends, so we happily go the extra mile for each other and our guests. We’re rewarded fairly for our collective efforts and encouraged to pursue individual goals. We’re a family, one that gets to choose its members. We strive for an authentic, community driven Resort that derives its vitality from the on-mountain experience, respect for its history & what has come before it, and its employees whose energy and spirit are its foundation. It’s not for everyone but we’re not looking for everyone-we’re looking for you.

IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Wages starting at $17.00 per hour

• Paid Sick Time

• 401k program eligibility with employer match after a year of employment with 1,000 hours of service

• FREE or deeply discounted season passes for you and your dependents

• Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)

• Seasonal employee parties

• Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties

• For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here (https://jaypeakresort.com/employment/discounts-benefits/discounts)

   

  Jay Peak Resort is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Jay Peak Resort will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, or for a full listing of all physical demands/requirements, working conditions, environment, and all other ability qualifications for this role please contact the Human Resources office at 802-327-2183 or hr@jaypeakresort.com.

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