GOLF TECHNICIAN

General Information
Job Title: GOLF TECHNICIAN
Location: 1609 STATE ST, Bettendorf, IA 52722-4937, United States
Base Pay: $27.20 - $39.78 / Hour
Employee Type: FT Non-Exempt
Job Category: Pay Grade 113

Contact information
Name: Kelley Swinburn
Phone: (563) 344-2453
Email: kswinburn@bettendorf.org

Description

General Summary
This position works under the direct supervision of the Golf Maintenance Manager to lead a team of seasonal/contractual workers in maintenance and repair of the equipment and grounds of Palmer Hills Golf Course and assists with snow removal.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Assigns, oversees and participates in the work of a small crew on the golf course involved in the maintenance and repair of the grounds, equipment, and facilities. Assists with training and orientation of seasonal/contractual staff.

• Operates golf equipment. (Mowers, turf equipment, chemical sprayer, trucks, loaders, backhoes, tractors, plows, repairs and maintains irrigation and drainage systems, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of the grounds, equipment, and facilities, and with construction projects.
• Assists with the inspection of work in progress to ensure confirmation with instructions.
• Assists with records keeping.
• Assists with ensuring that all materials, tools and supplies needed to complete assigned work are available.
• Conducts routine maintenance and repair of light engine equipment to ensure proper functioning and longevity.
• Participates in plowing snow, spreads de-icing material, loads salt, hooks up and removes snow removal equipment.
• Top dresses and aerifies greens, tees, and fairways, and applies pesticides and fertilizers to the golf turf.
• Works a variable schedule that includes weekends and potential split shifts.
• Assists with the duties of the Golf Course Manager in their absence.
• Recommends disciplinary action for seasonal staff, assigns tasks and handles scheduling of season staff. Identifies short- and long-term projects and tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education
Requires extensive knowledge of golf course mowing operations, turf maintenance, landscape maintenance, equipment and mechanical maintenance and repair, and tree planting and maintenance. Requires a level of knowledge normally acquired with the successful completion of high school or equivalent GED certificate. Requires the successful completion of the Civil Service examination and meeting additional requirements as stated in the Code of Iowa. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required. Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s license preferred. Basic computer skills, typing, and basic proficiency in Microsoft Word. Prefer candidates to possess current Iowa Pesticide Applicators Certification or must obtain within six months of employment and maintain throughout duration of employment.

Experience
Requires a minimum of three (3) years of hands-on professional experience in golf course turfgrass management, including maintenance of trees, greens, fairways, and roughs, with responsibilities such as mowing, irrigation management, fertilization, pest and disease control and overall course conditioning to ensure optimal playability and appearance.

Interpersonal Skills
Requires a level of interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with co-workers, other City employees, contractors, local residents, and golf course patrons.

Analytical Skills
Requires the ability to operate, repair, and maintain various golf course equipment in such a manner as to prevent injury to self, co-workers, property and equipment. Requires good knowledge of golf course maintenance procedures and activities.

Working Conditions
Requires extensive standing, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, and lifting of various agricultural supplies and equipment, or components ranging in weight from under 1 pound to over 100 pounds. Performs majority of work assignments outdoors where weather conditions range from mild to severe. Exposed to chemicals when spraying.

Position Schedule
Five (5) days/week all year (subject to change), varied hours (including weekend mornings). Current schedule is Sunday-Thursday during golf season. Monday through Friday during the winter season. On call snow plowing during winter months.

Summary
This a full-time union position. This position is accepting internal/external applications until May 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The City of Bettendorf is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. The City of Bettendorf complies with Americans with Disabilities Act.