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Groundskeeper Wilshire Country Club Info: Wilshire Country Club, built in 1919, is a private 18 hole golf course located in the Hancock Park area of Los Angeles. Job Description: Wilshire Country Club is looking for a groundskeeper to join our team. Groundskeepers, under the supervision of the Director of Agronomy and Assistant Superintendent, perform a variety of tasks daily, these tasks are, but are not limited to: raking sand traps, walk-mowing, ride-mowing, trimming, planting, digging, raking, and irrigation repair. There is room for growth within our operation, we are willing to train the right type of candidate; a candidate with a good team-oriented mindset who can perform in a fast-paced and demanding environment while staying productive throughout the day. Educational Requirements: -High school diploma/GED Experience Requirements: -Prior experience working on a golf course (preferred but not required) - Professional landscaping experience (preferred) Job Requirements: -Operates: mowers, various vehicles and powered equipment such as string trimmers, backpack blowers, and etc. for daily tasks -Uses hand tools such as: shovels, rakes, pruning saws, axes, edgers, and hedge clippers for daily tasks -Waters turf, trees and landscaping using portable hoses and sprinklers -Performs other necessary tasks either alone or in small teams Special Requirements: -Must have a valid driver’s license -Must be able to pass a background screening -Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally 75 pounds -Duties are performed throughout the year in all types of weather. The day typically begins at 6:00 AM and ends at 2:30 PM. Our crew works most holidays. Compensation and Benefits: -$20.00 - $22.00 per hour (starting wage), review by 90 days -Over-time work available at various points of the season -Meals, uniforms, dental insurance, health insurance, and annual paid vacation/sick time, 401K