Greenskeeper

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This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Maverick Golf and Ranch Club, set outside of Fort Worth, TX.
Maverick Golf and Ranch Club is seeking a Greenskeeper to join the Golf Course Maintenance Department.
The Greenskeeper performs routine manual labor involved in golf course maintenance, does semi-skilled grounds construction and maintenance work, operates small hand-powered equipment, and occasionally performs work involving large equipment such as tractors, loaders and gang mowers. Each Greenskeeper may be assigned responsibility for the care and maintenance of designated areas on the golf course and does related work as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates mowers and string trimmers in trimming greens, aprons, tees, around trees, fence lines, banks and hillsides, also edges cart paths, rakes, and maintains sand bunkers

• Sets tee markers and cups on greens daily, maintains ball washers, replaces tee towels and flags when needed, removes debris, sands and seeds tee and drop area divots, and cleans flower beds

• Maintains fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment on a daily basis, reports equipment problems or failure to the equipment manager immediately

• Returns all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility, and cleans the maintenance areas

• Under the direction of the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent, the groundskeeper-labor-rough crew marks the course for cart control weekly, moves cart control barriers and replaces worn or lost ropes and signs, and may mark hazard and drop areas

• Waters and fertilize tees, greens, and fairways, and under direct supervision of the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent, sprays chemicals on landscaped areas

• Helps in project work, assists in construction of new greens, tees, and fairways.  Grades and prepares soil base, lays sod, and seeds tees, greens and fairways.

• Installs forms and lays walks and paths using gravel and asphalt mixes, excavates and backfills ditches and trenches with hand tools, repairs and replaces pipe on irrigation systems

• May be asked to operate mowers, dump trucks, or other light equipment

• Performs any other duties as assigned. 

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge methods and materials used in grounds and landscape area construction/maintenance work

• Working knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and equipment

• Ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment

• Ability to work in a team environment and operate in a safe, professional manner at all times

• Ability to follow oral and written directions

• Possession of a valid driver’s license

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Additional Requirements

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.

• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Full-Time Year Round Only)

• 401k Contribution (Full-Time Year Round Only)

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Full-Time Year Round Only)

• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Program

• Holiday Pay

• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities

• Work-Family Culture

About Us

Maverick seamlessly blends classic Western charm and modern luxury, providing a world-class golf experience accentuated by its rare 90 feet of elevation change. With 1,100 acres of rolling hills, pastoral farmland, and nearly a mile of Dutch Branch Creek, this is a truly special place in the heart of Texas. The community offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and cowboy culture, embracing a laid-back Texas feel, while dedicated to a healthy lifestyle and environmental sustainability. In addition to its world-class sports performance amenities, the club includes three distinct golf experiences designed by Tom Fazio, including an 18-hole championship course, a 12-hole executive course, and a 9-hole par 3 course. At Maverick, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse communities to provide the highest level of service that contributes to the creation of unforgettable experiences.

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.

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