Turf Maintenance

**Loch March Golf & Country Club**

**Location**:Kanata, Ontario, Canada
**Department**:Turf Maintenance
**Reports To**:Golf Course Superintendent
**Classification**:Full Time and Part Time Seasonal (must be available to work any shift
including early mornings, days, ,weekends & holidays)

**Salary**:Starting at $16.55 per hour

**Summary**:Turf Technicians are the primary caretakers of the golf course and perform a
wide variety of tasks. These tasks range from the operation of light equipment to
manual maintenance and construction tasks. Equipment operation includes everything
from running light utility vehicles, to mowing tees, greens, rough and fairways. Manual
tasks include digging, edging, weed control, raking, equipment cleaning and lubrication
and general clean up, operating under company S.O.P.’s.. Golf Course experience is an
asset, and although a level 1 position is entry level, it is an integral position. A level 1
operator is an entry level position that will be involved in various aspects of golf
maintenance.

**Primary Responsibilities**:
Cutting fairways will be the primary responsibility of this position- Manual labour may include raking sand traps, digging, raking, weeding and
- changing pins.- Equipment operation including mowing tees greens, fairways and rough
- Work proficiently under the direction of supervisors, and complete assigned tasks
- within given time limits.- Work safely and properly care for machinery and tools. At the conclusion of the

work period, clean up tools and equipment.

**Qualifications**:
Individuals must be physically fit, able to handle manual labour and lifting, as well

as able to perform a variety of tasks with a positive attitude. Attention to detail,
and independent workers who diligently carry out assigned tasks will thrive in this
environment.
- Groundskeepers should be willing to work in all types of weather and

environmental conditions.
- All Groundskeepers should have a valid driver’s license (the ability to drive a

standard transmission is an asset but not a requirement.)
- Attendance for the start of shifts will involve early mornings, ranging from 7am in

shoulder season to as early as 4:30am during high season.This operation
requires attendance 6 days a week, shift durations are 4-8 hrs depending on
course conditions, and operational needs.
- Occasionally Groundskeepers do not work due to heavy rainfall or inclement

weather, but generally this is not the case. Groundskeepers should be prepared
to work in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat).
- This position could offer career opportunities and mentorship to persons wanting

to get into the golf industry as a career.
** Apply**:
Loch March - Turf Maintenance in the Subject line.