Machine Operator - Golf (Full-Time)

POSITION SUMMARY:  Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor Golf Services and the technical direction and guidance of the Leadhand (Greenskeeper) operates equipment required for the maintenance of the Golf Course facilities from approximately April to October, and for Parks from approximately November to March, annually.

MAJOR TASKS:

• Operates equipment and vehicles and works with crews, as required.
• Performs minor servicing of equipment.
• Performs all functions associated with the maintenance and operation of greens, fairways, and grounds.
• Records data, as required.
• Reports equipment defects to Greenskeeper.
• Performs as a Machine Operator in Parks during winter months.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Previous proven golf course experience is essential, with a working knowledge of golf course equipment

Skills/Abilities:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class “D” Ontario Drivers Licence, or equivalent, with a “Z” endorsement
• Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must remain a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
• May be required to provide a successful driver’s record (uncertified)

General Information :

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression.  Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics.  Do not include: 

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant.  If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant.  Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY:  Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866

The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.

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