Golf Lawncare Specialist

Down to Earth•The Villages, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for someone who truly enjoys the golf industry. If you get energized and motivated about supporting your team and driving production, this may be the job for you! If you describe yourself as a detail-oriented leader with a desire to help your team succeed, we want to hear from you! As a Golf Lawncare Specialist, you will support landscape maintenance services within our Golf Division. This role focuses on maintaining the landscaped areas surrounding golf course features with a team of 2-5 employees—including clubhouses, common areas, perimeters, and non‑play turf—to ensure a clean, professional, and well-manicured appearance. The ideal candidate enjoys outdoor work, takes pride in quality results, and understands the importance of presentation in a golf environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
1–3 years of experience in landscape maintenance, lawn care, or groundskeeping
Basic knowledge of landscaping practices, tools, and equipment
Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required in golf operations
Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
Holds or can obtain a round-up permit upon hire
Reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Experience working in golf course environments, resorts, or high-end commercial properties
Knowledge of ornamental plants, shrubs, and basic horticultural maintenance
Familiarity with irrigation systems and landscape water management
Experience with seasonal planting and landscape enhancement projects
Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
Strong pride in appearance, consistency, and quality of work
Interest in advancing into crew leader, enhancement, or golf landscape management roles
Valid Florida Driver’s License and the ability to pass an MVR check

Responsibilities

Perform routine landscape maintenance including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and blowing
Maintain landscaped areas such as clubhouses, cart paths, entrances, common areas, and perimeter turf
Assist with planting, mulching, bed maintenance, seasonal cleanups, and shrub care
Safely operate landscape maintenance equipment such as mowers, string trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and utility vehicles
Monitor landscape health and report issues such as plant stress, pests, irrigation problems, or damage
Assist with irrigation checks and minor adjustments as needed
Support special projects, course events, and tournament preparation as assigned
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment
Follow all safety procedures, environmental guidelines, and company policies
Work collaboratively with crew leaders, golf maintenance staff, and operations teams
Properly weeding client sites by hand or by utilizing landscape equipment.
Planting, grooming and maintaining plant material.
Performing site cleanup duties which includes but is not limited to clearing and disposing of trash and organic material
Maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude with internal and external clients.
Performing other tasks as assigned