About the Role
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT:
Under general supervision, a Golf Course Greenskeeper performs skilled work in the maintenance and care of golf course grounds, landscaped areas, irrigation systems, and related facilities. The position performs general greenskeeping duties and can serve as a lead worker over assigned staff when directed. This position can also specialize in one or more technical areas including irrigation management, pesticide and fertilizer application, and golf course improvement projects.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Performs daily golf course maintenance including mowing, trimming, edging, raking, blowing, and debris removal
Maintains greens, tees, fairways, rough, bunkers, and landscaped areas to established standards
Operates tools, light, and heavy maintenance equipment including mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, aerators, sprayers, and other specialized machinery necessary to perform job duties
Assists with course setup including cup cutting, tee placement, and bunker preparation
Performs routine maintenance on tools, equipment, and facilities
Works and operates equipment following safety procedures and uses safety equipment
Assist with landscaping, tree work, and turf renovation
Additional Responsibilities:
Lead small crews during daily assignments or weekend shifts
Assist in training new employees on equipment and procedures
Report maintenance issues, safety concerns, and equipment needs to supervisory staff
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered
Education:
High School Graduate or GED
Experience:
1-2 years’ experience in golf course, landscape, or a directly related field
An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Driver’s License with clean driving history
Certified for Pesticide Application within 90 days of employment
Preferred Qualifications and Knowledge:
A working knowledge of golf maintenance methods, materials, equipment, fertilizers, and irrigation systems
Abilities:
Follow and understand oral and written instructions and schedules
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers
Punctual and ability to report to work on time
Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required
Skills:
Strong interpersonal, fiscal, decision-making, and supervisory skills
Skill in operation of computer and of equipment and tools used in golf course maintenance.
Growing turf grasses suitable for the game of golf
Working Environment:
Moderate physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds
Regular walking and standing to inspect golf course
Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, fumes, chemicals, and dust
Reports to: Golf Course Superintendent