Full Time or Part Time Groundskeeper
About The Position
A country club golf groundskeeper maintains the course's turf, landscaping, and hazards to ensure optimal playability and aesthetic appeal. The Greenskeeper is responsible for supporting the maintenance and care of the golf course, including turf, landscaping, and course features, to ensure excellent playing conditions. This role involves performing daily maintenance tasks, operating equipment, and assisting with agronomic practices under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent. The Greenskeeper contributes to creating a safe, clean, and championship-quality environment for members and guests.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
- 1+ year groundskeeping or related experience.
- Proficient in using manual and power tools safely.
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to understand and receive instruction in English
- Works cooperatively with others in a team environment
- Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to work in hot, humid, or cold outdoor environments.
- Must be available for early morning starts (e.g., 5:00 AM or 6:00 AM), as well as weekends and holidays.
- Punctuality, reliable, and team-oriented attitude
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently
- Effective communication skills
- Basic knowledge of plants, turf, irrigation systems, and landscaping practices
- Safety-conscious mindset with proper use of tools and chemicals
- The employee must frequently lift light and heavy objects, use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguish between shades of color
- Medium to Heavy work; routinely lifting up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lifting 100 lbs.
- Operating motor vehicles (golf carts) or heavy equipment
- Employees must remain alert to golfers, golf carts, maintenance vehicles, and other employees while working throughout the course.
Responsibilities
- Mow and trim greens, tee boxes, fairways, aprons, and roughs to precise heights.
- Perform tasks like aerating, topdressing, fertilizing, and seeding/sodding.
- Rake and edge bunkers, clear debris, and execute daily course setups (e.g., changing hole locations and moving tee markers).
- Safely operate heavy machinery and power tools, including all types of riding/walking mowers, utility vehicles, rollers, carts, tractors, trimmers, and powered and non-powered hand tools.
- Keeps golf course maintenance equipment fueled, oiled, and inspected.
- Prune shrubs, trim trees, weed garden beds, and plant flowers as required by management.
- Assist in repairing sprinkler heads, laying pipes, and monitoring water distribution across the course.
- Observe all OSHA, club safety protocols, and proper chemical/pesticide handling guidelines.
- Participates in daily set up of the golf course for play.
- Ensures a pleasant visit for each guest; maintains effective guest relations.
- Participates in required trainings and meetings.
- Performs other required tasks and duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
