City of Portland – Golf Course Equipment Mechanic (Greenskeeper III)
SALARY
$33.84 – $40.99 Hourly
LOCATION
Heron Lakes Golf Course, OR
BUREAU
Portland Parks & Recreation
OPENING DATE
01/05/2026
CLOSING DATE
1/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position
Job Appointment:
Full-Time, Regular
Work Schedule:
May – September: 5:00 am – 1:30 pm* Monday – Friday
October – April: 6:00am – 2:30pm* Monday – Friday

Work Location:
In person. Work will be conducted at Heron Lakes Golf Course, 3500 N VICTORY BLVD, PORTLAND OR97217

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

  • Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
  • Carrot Fertility
  • Wellness Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement
  • Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
  • Family Medical Leave
  • City Paid Parental Leave

For detailed benefit information, please visit our benefit tab on application.
Union Representation: Portland City Laborers. To view this labor agreement, see application.

Language Pay Premium Eligible:
This position may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.

Application Material:
Please follow provided link and click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.

Follow this link to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/5185299/golf-course-equipment-mechanic-greenskeeper-iii

About this Position:
The Greenskeeper III serves as a Golf Course Equipment Mechanic within Portland Parks and Recreation. This role is responsible for executing mechanical repairs, maintenance, and modifications on equipment utilized in golf course operations. Additionally, the Golf Course Equipment Mechanic oversees others in the proper utilization of equipment. This position may entail maintenance of golf course greens, grounds, and facilities. The Greenskeeper III directs, trains, and evaluates the work of others on equipment operation protocols to ensure adherence to grounds care standards.

As a Greenskeeper III, you will:
Provide proper use and care of golf turf equipment operation.
Diagnose, repair, and maintain specialized golf course equipment.
Rebuild engines, sharpen mowing reels, and bed knives.
Provide daily maintenance and adjustment of equipment.
Perform light welding.
Troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems.
Keep computerized records and purchase parts and supplies.
Work effectively with industry representatives, salespeople, servicepeople, and fellow employees.
Perform routine golf course maintenance.
Apply a working knowledge of pesticide applications.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with crews, other employees, and the public.
Maintain a current Oregon Pesticide License.

About the Bureau:
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity
Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We’ll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position.

Topic:
Meet & Greet: Golf Course Equipment Mechanic (Greenskeeper III)

Time:
Jan 14, 2026 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82668110874

Questions?
Contact Information:
Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Amanda.Hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov
Employer
City of Portland
Address
1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987
Portland, Oregon, 97204
Website
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs

Follow this link to apply:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/5185299/golf-course-equipment-mechanic-greenskeeper-iii