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City of Wichita, KS

Greenskeeper - Tex Consolver Golf Course

City of Wichita, KS, Wichita, Kansas, United States, 67232

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Salary:

$17.07 Hourly Location :

Tex Consolver GC - 1931 S. Tyler, KS Job Type:

Full-time Job Number:

Greenskeeper - Tex Department:

Parks and Recreation Division:

PARK Golf Opening Date:

08/29/2025 Closing Date:

Continuous Bargaining Unit:

2000

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer. Distinguishing Features of Work As a

Greenskeeper for the City of Wichita's Golf Division , you play a vital role in shaping the playing experience for thousands of golfers each year. This position is more than just groundskeeping-it's about creating pristine, safe, and enjoyable courses that showcase the City's commitment to excellence. From maintaining lush fairways and greens to repairing hazards and ensuring top-quality turf care, Greenskeepers are the backbone of golf course operations. By combining hands-on technical skill with pride in craftsmanship, you help preserve the beauty and playability of Wichita's courses. This work offers the opportunity to make a visible impact every day, ensuring that golfers enjoy first-class facilities while contributing to the City's reputation for well-maintained and welcoming public spaces.

The days and hours for this position: Varies

Bargaining Unit:

Service Employee's International (SEIU)

**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**

**Posting may close at any time ** Examples of Work Performed

Operates tractors, trucks, power mowers, aerators, top dressers, and other turf maintenance equipment. Irrigates, fertilizes, and applies pesticides to turf. Plants grass seed and make sod repairs to golf course playing areas. Maintains sand traps, banks of ponds and creeks, and other hazards on the course. Makes periodic changes of putting green cups and tee markers and services ball washers. Performs lubrication, sharpening, and minor repair services to mowers and turf-related equipment. Repairs benches, barriers, bridges, paths, and other furnishings on the golf course. These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed. Requirements of Work

Considerable knowledge of the use and maintenance of equipment such as mowers, sprayers, tractors, pumps and irrigating equipment, and other tools and equipment required in the care and maintenance of golf courses. Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in developing and maintaining golf greens, fairways, landscaping, and structures at the golf course. Ability to operate trucks, tractors, trucksters, and mowers requiring the simultaneous operation and control of throttle, brake, steering transmission, and hydraulic equipment. Ability to operate hand held mechanical equipment such as chain saws, string trimmers, circular saws, sod cutters, drills, edger's, push mowers, blowers, pruners, and other types of equipment. Ability to operate hand held, non-mechanical equipment such as rakes, hoes, shovels, cup changers, hammers, wrenches, sprayers, fertilizer spreaders, pruners, grease guns, painting equipment, and other tools of this type. Ability to operate a vehicle which has a clutch, brake, transmission, and steering wheel that must be operated simultaneously with both manual and pedal controls. Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist. Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds, pavement construction and windy conditions. Ability to safely and effectively swing a 20-pound sledgehammer against brick, concrete or similar substances. Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 90 pounds. Ability to lift and carry up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another. Ability to pull, shove, otherwise maneuver items weighting up to 300 pounds. Ability to be continuously performing tasks that require one to push, pull, climb (ladders and in and out of vehicular equipment, bend, twist, reach, stand, and walk about (up to a half mile at a time) for most of an eight hour shift. Ability to inspect areas overhead in shrubs and trees. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public. An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training

One year experience operating hand-held mechanical equipment such as chain saws, string trimmers, circular saws, sod cutters, drills, edgers, push mowers, blowers, and pruners. One year experience operating trucks, tractors, trucksters, mowers and/or golf carts. A valid driver's license. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship. Preferred

Experience and Training

Six months of experience in golf course grounds maintenance.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links: CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance. 5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. 6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife. 7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable. 8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted. 12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available. 13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES Deferred Compensation Investment Program Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA) Bereavement Pay Employee Emergency Assistance Fund Voluntary Shared Leave Program Training Programs Longevity Pay Credit Union Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Injury Leave (on-job injury) Community Volunteer Events 01

I have following years of experience operating hand-held mechanical equipment such as chain saws, string trimmers, circular saws, sod cutters, drills, edgers, push mowers, blowers, and pruners.

less than 1 year of experience 1 - 2 years of experience 3 - 4 years of experience 5 + years of experience I do not have any experience operating hand-held mechanical equipment such as chain saws, string trimmers, circular saws, sod cutters, drills, edgers, push mowers, blowers, and pruners.

02

I have the following experience operating trucks, trucksters, mowers and/or golf carts.

Less than 1 year experience 1 to 2 years of experience 3 to 4 years of experience +5 years of experience I do not have experience operating trucks, trucksters, mowers and/ or golf carts.

03

I have the following years of golf course maintenance experience:

Less than 6 months experience 6 months - 1 year experience 2 - 3 years' experience 4 - 5 years' experience 6 - 7 years' experience 8+ years' experience I do not have any golf course maintenance experience

04

I have a valid driver's license:

Yes No

05

This position will require work outdoors in inclement weather including snow and ice removal. I am willing and able to perform this job requirement.

Yes No

06

This position will require the ability to lift and carry bulky items, weighing up to 90 pounds (up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another person), as well as the ability to pull, shove, and otherwise maneuver items weighing up to 300 pounds. I am willing and able to perform this job requirement.

Yes No

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I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Yes No

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