This position is located in the Golf Branch, Recreation Division, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation(MWR Department), Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform any combination of the following duties, as directed by the Golf Course Superintendent, to maintain grounds and turf of golf course playing conditions; to apply prescribed amounts of fertilizer, seed. Exercise care not to injure turf or shrubs. Cut turf on green and tee areas, fairways, rough and banks, using lightweight power mowing equipment.
Connect hose and sprinklers systems at designated points on course to irrigate turf, digs, and rakes ground to prepare new greens, grade, and traps, and repair roadbeds, using shovel, rakes, spades and other tools. May plant, trim trees and shrubs. Weed and maintain sand traps and flower gardens. 75% 1. Maintenance (Upkeep of the Grounds). Water, whip, aerify, seed, fertilize fairways, golfing greens, and putting greens.
Water, repair, fertilize and seed the driving range area. Cut, water, and fertilize trees and shrubs. Maintain sand traps and water holes> perform corrective maintenance on structures and facilities used by the golfers. Change cups and set course for daily play. 20% 2. Maintenance (General). Maintenance and upkeep of golf course maintenance buildings which may include sweeping floors and other housekeeping procedures.
Help Mechanic by washing equipment, greasing, checking and changing oil and sharpening rotary blades.5%3. Performs other duties as assigned.
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Permanent, part-time are seasonal positions are open year-round. We're always looking for talented professionals in these key areas: Sports, Fitness & Aquatics - Outdoor Recreation - Marina Services - Golf Course Operations - Food & Beverage - Programs/Special Events - Administration - More!
MWR - A GREAT place to work with GREAT work perks: Competitive Pay Free Trainings, Certifications and Professional Development Opportunities Flexible Hours Advancement Opportunities Eligible for Overtime Free Fitness Center Membership Onsite Childcare Options (with reduced rates) Tax Free Shopping at the Navy Exchange Robust Employee Assistance Program (complimentary access to health, financial, social, & legal services) Access to American Forces Travel (discounted leisure travel, entertainment, concert & attraction tickets) Access to On Base Entertainment and Events Access to Recreation Centers (reduced rates for movies, bowling, party/picnic gear rental, golf) and more!
Additionally, MWR leadership values its employees and provides multiple ways for employees to move upward in your career!
This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.
The posted pay range is $19.25 – $19.25/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-11.
There are 4 openings for this position.
This is a 0-40 hours a week w/no benefits position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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