Groundskeeper - CITY OF ANKENY
Ankeny, IA
About the Job
The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for a full time Groundskeeper position with the Otter Creek Golf Course to begin in January 2025. This position performs work under the general direction of the Golf Course Superintendent. The Groundskeeper will perform a wide variety of manual labor and semi-skilled work in the care and maintenance of the golf course.
The starting salary is$26.984 - $29.750 per hour,depending on relevant experience, with an excellent benefit package.
The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Vacation and Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS
Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
Longevity Pay
Deadline to apply is Sunday, November 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM. Interested candidates must complete an application online and attach a cover letter and resume. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. Please apply online atwww.AnkenyIowa.gov/jobs.
To advance in the hiring process, you must pass a basic skills exam to be administered to all qualified applicants. Additional informationwill be emailed on Monday, November 18, 2024.Check your email (and junk email)for testing information.Contact HR if you do not receive the testing information.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Performs manual labor work in the daily maintenance of the golf course, and preparing the golf course for daily play.
Mows the turf in a described manner (Greens, Tees, Fairways, Rough, and trimming).
Assists with daily operation of the irrigation system, troubleshooting and repair. Hand watering when needed.
Makes regular rounds to inspect course conditions and repair and report any issues or concerns to the appropriate staff.
Performs as a lead worker on construction projects (landscape, shelters, new tees, signs and fence).
Makes chemical applications when needed of all pesticides including aquatic pesticides and completes the proper record keeping for applications made.
Assists with aeration of the Greens, Tees, Fairways, and rough.
Assists in janitorial work, cleaning course out houses, cleaning shop and office area and around the clubhouse.
Assists the Mechanic in equipment inspections and maintenance.
Observes and maintains established safety policies and procedures.
Assists in removing snow from city parking lots, sidewalks, and facilities.
Operates vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner; and performs related duties and responsibilities, as required.
Entry Requirements and Skills
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of two years experience on a golf course or in sports turf maintenance, lawn care, horticulture or related field. Ability to obtain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B with air brakes endorsement issued by the State of Iowa. Ability to obtain an Iowa pesticide applicator certification at the City's expense.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under adverse weather conditions, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public. Shall maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Iowa.
REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Iowa Chemical Applicators License within 90 days of employment in category 3OT and 5.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Requires early morning start times, weekend, holiday, and occasional evening hours.
Works in office and field environments.
Handles a variety of chemicals, and is exposed to noxious odors, gases, noise, and high voltage dangers.
Performs outside work in all kinds of weather conditions.
Operates equipment having a varying degree of noise and vibration.
**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: *
Must be insurable.
Must be sighted.
Must be able to hear normal conversation.
Must be able to speak clearly at normal rate of conversation.
Must be able to kneel, squat, stoop, walk and climb stairs.
Must be able to work in wet or dry trenches.
Must be able to move up and down ladders and walk over uneven terrain.
Must be able to lift heavy objects weighing up to 75 pounds and carries for short distances.
Must be able to lift 50 lb. from floor to 60 height on an occasional basis.
Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.
The starting salary is$26.984 - $29.750 per hour,depending on relevant experience, with an excellent benefit package.
The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Vacation and Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS
Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
Longevity Pay
Deadline to apply is Sunday, November 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM. Interested candidates must complete an application online and attach a cover letter and resume. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. Please apply online atwww.AnkenyIowa.gov/jobs.
To advance in the hiring process, you must pass a basic skills exam to be administered to all qualified applicants. Additional informationwill be emailed on Monday, November 18, 2024.Check your email (and junk email)for testing information.Contact HR if you do not receive the testing information.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Performs manual labor work in the daily maintenance of the golf course, and preparing the golf course for daily play.
Mows the turf in a described manner (Greens, Tees, Fairways, Rough, and trimming).
Assists with daily operation of the irrigation system, troubleshooting and repair. Hand watering when needed.
Makes regular rounds to inspect course conditions and repair and report any issues or concerns to the appropriate staff.
Performs as a lead worker on construction projects (landscape, shelters, new tees, signs and fence).
Makes chemical applications when needed of all pesticides including aquatic pesticides and completes the proper record keeping for applications made.
Assists with aeration of the Greens, Tees, Fairways, and rough.
Assists in janitorial work, cleaning course out houses, cleaning shop and office area and around the clubhouse.
Assists the Mechanic in equipment inspections and maintenance.
Observes and maintains established safety policies and procedures.
Assists in removing snow from city parking lots, sidewalks, and facilities.
Operates vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner; and performs related duties and responsibilities, as required.
Entry Requirements and Skills
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of two years experience on a golf course or in sports turf maintenance, lawn care, horticulture or related field. Ability to obtain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B with air brakes endorsement issued by the State of Iowa. Ability to obtain an Iowa pesticide applicator certification at the City's expense.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under adverse weather conditions, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public. Shall maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Iowa.
REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Iowa Chemical Applicators License within 90 days of employment in category 3OT and 5.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Requires early morning start times, weekend, holiday, and occasional evening hours.
Works in office and field environments.
Handles a variety of chemicals, and is exposed to noxious odors, gases, noise, and high voltage dangers.
Performs outside work in all kinds of weather conditions.
Operates equipment having a varying degree of noise and vibration.
**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: *
Must be insurable.
Must be sighted.
Must be able to hear normal conversation.
Must be able to speak clearly at normal rate of conversation.
Must be able to kneel, squat, stoop, walk and climb stairs.
Must be able to work in wet or dry trenches.
Must be able to move up and down ladders and walk over uneven terrain.
Must be able to lift heavy objects weighing up to 75 pounds and carries for short distances.
Must be able to lift 50 lb. from floor to 60 height on an occasional basis.
Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.
Source : CITY OF ANKENY
