About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Redbank Golf Course but may occasionally work at the Wrenwoods Gold Course depending on the needs of the facility. Physical Effort: Must be physically able to frequently lift and carry heavy objects weighing more than 50 pounds.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/29/2025 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Experience which demonstrated the ability to operate, control and clean heavy powered equipment. Must be able to follow oral and/or written instructions. Must be physically able to frequently lift and carry heavy objects weighing more than 50 pounds. Work that does not require the skill and knowledge in operating heavy equipment continually involves extreme physical effort, such as constantly lifting or carrying objects weighing 80 to 100 pounds or more. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquires (NACI). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Performs a variety of general laboring tasks involved with maintenance of the facilities and grounds at the golf course. Work involves the performance of tasks requiring prior experience and the use of very heavy physical effort, (assists in the construction of new greens, tees and fairways; grades and prepares soil base, lays sod). Uses a variety of hand tools such as pry bars, hammers, cutters, pliers, and wrenches in performing simple repair work and/or in assisting others in more complex tasks. Operates walking-or riding-type power mowers (e.g., one or more cutting decks, mechanical controls and attachable implements) and/or simple riding-type mowers (e.g., a fixed or floating cutting deck(s) with limited adjustments) and string trimmers in trimming greens, aprons, tees, around trees, fence lines, banks and hillsides; edges cart paths, edges. Rakes and maintains sand bunkers, sets tee markers and cups on greens daily, maintains ball washers removes debris. Loads, unloads, moves, and stacks bulky items from trucks and other conveyances using hand trucks or dollies. Uses loaders to remove dirt, debris, and other materials; operates portable pumps. Maintains gasoline, oil and other equipment fluid levels daily. Reports equipment problems and failures to supervisors. Performs basic preventative maintenance on equipment as directed. Returns equipment to designated location. Performs other related work as directed. CONTROLS OVER WORK: Supervisor provides general instructions for work assignments. Receives direct supervision for special assignments and is given specific periods for accomplishment. Laborers are responsible for obtaining assistance or using appropriate equipment or safety devices when lifting and moving very heavy objects. Continual care is required due to the nature of the work, the type of equipment used and the weight handled. The supervisor checks work on a random basis for timeliness, work practices and compliance with instructions. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: Skill and Knowldege: Knowledge and skill in the operation, control, and cleaning of heavy power equipment (e.g., single-function power lawn mowers with one or more cutting decks and mechanical controls). Knowledge of how to work safely with heavy tools. Skill in performing routine operator maintenance and adjusting the cutting height of blades on power mowers. Physical Effort: Exerts very heavy physical effort in doing such tasks as frequently lifting and moving objects weighing over 50 pounds, operating heavy power mowers on grades. Working Conditions: Work is performed outside in all kinds of weather and inside in areas that may be dusty, drafty, and noisy. Mishandling of the equipment, tools and tasks involved may result in injuries that are more serious. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12734514