Seasonal Greenskeeper II- Ponkapoag Golf Course

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Canton, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position Seasonal Greenskeeper II.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, park maintenance or tree maintenance work.
Possession of a current and valid Mass. Class 3 Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the types and uses of materials and equipment used in grounds keeping.
Knowledge of the proper care and maintenance of equipment used in grounds keeping.
Knowledge of the terminology and standard abbreviations used in connection with grounds keeping.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in grounds keeping.
Knowledge of the types and uses of hand power tools such as chain saws, hedge trimmers, etc.
Knowledge of the procedures followed in greens keeping work.
Knowledge of the techniques followed in insect and weed control.
Knowledge of the types and uses of pesticides.
Knowledge of the types and uses of small hand tools.
Skill in operating equipment used in greens keeping work such as lawnmowers, rototillers, etc.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the seeding, sodding, cultivating, cutting and general upkeep of greens, lawns, shrubbery and grounds relating to a golf course in order to maintain proper conditions of fairways, tees, rough, greens, traps etc for recreational access by the public.
Inspect golf course areas to determine the scope of work to be performed and recommend to supervisor action to be taken in accordance with established standards; notify supervisors of damage to course by weather or vandalism and provide direction to work crew assigned.
Coordinate & perform construction of new greens, fairways and planting trees in order to continually improve conditions at the courses.
Operate all equipment [various types of mowers, tractors, aerators etc] and perform minor repairs to maintain proper working order.
Assist in scheduling of employees to ensure proper coverage of grounds maintenance activities.
Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
Train new employees in the proper care and use of equipment.
Make recommendations to supervisors concerning parts, supplies and equipment to be ordered.
Determine when spraying, watering, overseeing, fertilizing and cutting of turf on green and tee areas are necessary.
Determine the suitability of golf courses for play before opening then to the public.
Provide on the job training to assigned employees.
Prepare written reports of work completed.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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