Tennis Court Maintenance at Hampton Golf Inc. – Jacksonville, Florida

Join Our Team at the “New” Glen Kernan Club – Exciting Opportunities in Racquet Sports!

Glen Kernan Club is seeking a Tennis Court Maintenance Associate to join our team!

Located in the heart of Jacksonville for more than two decades, Glen Kernan Club is entering a bold new era. With a newly redesigned golf course, a stunning clubhouse and a resort-style athletic park now open, the “New” Glen Kernan Club blends timeless tradition with modern innovation—delivering an unparalleled private club experience.

Position Details:

• Pay: $18 an hour
• Schedule: 5 days per week, starting at 6:30 AM.
• Availability: Position can be full-time or part-time
• Experience: Tennis court maintenance experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

At Glen Kernan Club, our Culture and Values are centered on providing team members with a rewarding lifestyle and genuine work/life balance.

Job title

Tennis Court Maintenance Associate

Reports to

Director of Raquet Sports

Classification

Hourly Full Time, Part Time, Nonexempt

Working Hours

According to shift assignments

Job purpose

The Tennis Court Maintenance Associate is responsible for a range of activities involved in the upkeep of the tennis courts as well as all areas of the Sports Facility Complex which includes clay tennis courts, fitness facility, pool and playground. Provides a clean, safe, and secure environment within the entire sports complex area for Members and Guests. This role also involves performing basic handy work and light repairs around the courts and adjacent facilities as needed. The goal is to provide a clean, safe, and secure environment within the entire sports complex area for Members and Guests.

Duties and responsibilities

• Maintain tennis courts and Sports Facility complex area in a professional manner and ensure that the environment is consistently safe for all those who use the facility.
• Responsible for inspecting all courts and for opening procedures, maintenance, repair and grooming.
• Responsible for scrubbing, line and debris removal, cleaning, drying and general upkeep of clay courts, rolling and brushing of courts.
• Make sure all surrounding areas (i.e. tennis courts, fitness facility, pool, and playground) are maintained and daily opening procedures are followed according to daily assignment to meet Club standard.. Responsible for mid-day procedures such as watering of the courts, sweeping and other duties. Responsible for any daily upkeep duties such as repair to the courts, cleaning water coolers and replacing ice and water.
• Trash pick-up and removal for playground, fitness facility, tennis courts, pool and surrounding sports complex.
• Responsible for closing procedures such as sweeping courts and line and other duties as required by the Supervisor.
• Communicate to the Pro Shop any changes in court conditions.
• Participate in the court resurfacing program in coordination with the supervisor's schedule.
• Preparation and assignment of tasks for self and Court Maintenance Staff during rain day(s).
• Pick up off-site supplies as needed or directed.
• Ongoing development of skills in other areas of court maintenance.
• Responsible for daily court maintenance during tournaments, Member events, exhibitions and special events.
• Perform light handy work and basic repairs around the tennis courts and surrounding areas, including fencing, benches, signage, and equipment as needed.
• Assist with small maintenance projects, including minor painting, power washing, and general upkeep tasks to ensure the facilities remain in excellent condition.
• Protect the assets of the club.
• See Pool Department Manual for responsibilities.
• Demonstrates courtesy to all Members and Guests at all times.
• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Racquet Sports.

Qualifications

Two years of tennis court maintenance or maintenance experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and punctuality of the role.

Working conditions

Work is primarily outdoors. Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.

This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any on the job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Physical requirements

Good organizational and verbal skills. Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitors and develops subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas, write and read member communication.

Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up to 80 lbs. and up to 40 lbs. frequently. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting. Ability to consistently lift, carry and load adaptive and other sports equipment that may weigh 50 or more pounds, and sustain aerobic activity for 20 consecutive minutes.

Please be advised that all work that requires the use of a ladder more than 8 ft. long must be reviewed by Hampton Golf's Club Maintenance person. Following an assessment of the situation, a determination will be made as to whether a maintenance team member or subcontractors will perform the necessary maintenance task. No other staff member is authorized to climb to heights exceeding 8 ft. and/or perform such maintenance. In addition, personnel are prohibited from entering facility attics, walking on the roof of buildings and/or from using scaffolding.

Use the following safety precautions when using an 8ft. ladder:

• Correct placement of the ladder. The safest angle for a straight ladder is to ensure it is placed on-fourth the distance from the base to the point of support. “A” frame ladders naturally comply.
• Ensure the ladder is placed on a firm level surface, and do not place the ladder near a doorway.
• Ensure there are non-skid shoes on the ladder.
• If using a medal ladder, be sure that it is not near electrical wires.
• One person on a ladder at one time, and ensure another staff member is holding the ladder in position.
• Never overreach.

Direct reports

None