Greenskeeper FT
About The Position
The Greenskeeper is responsible for maintaining the golf course to ensure exceptional playing conditions. The role performs daily grounds maintenance, supports course presentation, and helps provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable experience for golfers. Greenskeepers work collaboratively with the Superintendent and maintenance team to maintain daily course conditions and support daily operations, tournaments, and special events. The work takes place outdoors in varying weather conditions and around moving equipment, noise, dust, chemicals, uneven terrain, and other conditions typical of golf course maintenance.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age due to the operation of machinery and handling of or exposure to chemicals.
- Ability to safely operate or learn to operate specialized turf maintenance equipment and machinery.
- Knowledge of safe equipment operation and chemical handling procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable attendance and ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around moving equipment, noise, dust, chemicals, and uneven terrain.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous golf course, landscaping, grounds maintenance, or related outdoor maintenance experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of irrigation systems and turf maintenance practices preferred.
Responsibilities
- Mow and maintain greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and other landscaped areas using specialized turf equipment.
- Rake, edge, repair, and maintain bunkers.
- Assist with irrigation system operation, troubleshooting, and basic repairs.
- Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and other turf treatments as directed and in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Set up the golf course for daily play, tournaments, and special events, including placing flags, tee markers, ropes, and signage.
- Repair divots, ball marks, worn turf, drainage issues, and other course conditions.
- Operate, clean, inspect, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and tools.
- Remove debris and maintain the overall appearance of the golf course and surrounding grounds.
- Follow safety procedures related to equipment operation, chemical handling, and workplace hazards.
- Work collaboratively with the Superintendent and maintenance team to maintain daily course conditions.
- Inspect the course for maintenance, irrigation, equipment, or safety concerns and report or address issues as assigned.
- Support daily operations, tournaments, and special events.
- Maintain regular attendance and flexibility to work based on business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
