What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Starter/Ranger position at Troon?
Set up and/or closing of the course, starting golfers from the first tee and keeping golfers informed of rules and regulations. Keeping pace of play on the course up to standard.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Keep order, ensure prompt tee off, and maintain the flow of golfers as they prepare to play the course
- Pick up litter around the first tee, putting green, and pro shop
- Check all ball washers; fill with water/solution if needed
- Rove the course throughout your shift. Be available to as many golfers as possible
- Know all course rules and enforce them
- Record and report all complaints to the Head Golf Professional.
- Inform any golfer who damages private property that they are liable for restitution
- See that play moves along steadily, asking slow golfers if faster golfers may play through
- Periodically check water coolers and fill if needed
- Empty garbage cans when needed
- Pick up any litter on the course
- Complete accident/incident reports for all accidents on course
- Provide excellent customer service – display a positive and professional attitude at all times
- Work as a team player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS
- Playing Golf for at least 5 years, able to work weekends
- Must have a valid Drivers License
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
- Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays
- Gold Privileges
- Ability to drive a golf cart
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Must be able to relate to other people in a professional manner.
- Ability to understand the rules of golf.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Walking: while picking up trash and coolers around golf course
- Talking/Hearing: to communicate with staff and public
- Stooping: to pick up litter
- Crouching: to pick up litter
- Seeing: to drive ranger’s cart; to retrieve supplies and equipment
- Lifting: up to 40 pounds
- Ability to work inside and outside in different weather conditions