Golf Course Maintenance Staff - Legend/Summit in Bellaire

Job DescriptionJob Description This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour. About Shanty Creek Resorts Shanty Creek Resorts is committed to providing our guests a unique Up North experience. Our friendly, caring staff welcomes guests with exceptional service and old-fashioned hospitality. We believe honest, long-lasting relationships with our guests, employees, neighbors, and our surrounding environment allow us to grow our business. About the Role Golf Course Maintenance Staff play an important role in the upkeep, appearance, and daily preparation of Shanty Creek’s golf courses. This position supports the Golf Course Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and golf course maintenance team in maintaining high-quality playing conditions and a clean, professional course environment for our guests. This role includes both equipment operation and hands-on golf course maintenance. While mowing and operating turf equipment may be part of the job, this position also includes string trimming, push mowing, divot filling, bunker raking, debris removal, course setup, landscaping support, and other assigned maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in detailed work, and understands that maintaining a golf course requires teamwork across many different tasks each day. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Must be at least 18 years old Valid driver’s license required Ability to safely operate grounds maintenance equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, utility carts, and related tools Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled Ability to perform physical work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions Qualifications Previous experience in golf course, park, landscaping, grounds, or turf maintenance Familiarity with reel mowers, rotary mowers, walk-behind mowers, trimmers, blowers, utility vehicles, and other turf care equipment Basic understanding of golf course layout, course etiquette, and daily course maintenance practices Interest in turf care, landscaping, golf course operations, or outdoor maintenance work Responsibilities Operate riding and walk-behind mowers to maintain greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and other course areas Use trimmers, blowers, push mowers, utility vehicles, and hand tools to complete daily maintenance tasks Rake and maintain bunkers, including sand movement, edging, cleanup, and detail work as assigned Fill divots, repair ball marks, clean tee areas, move tee markers, and assist with general course setup Support routine course cleanup, including debris removal, trash removal, branch pickup, and blowing high-traffic areas Assist with landscaping, trimming, watering, and maintenance of course features and surrounding grounds Help prepare the course for daily play, tournaments, outings, and special events Follow daily work assignments and complete tasks in a timely, safe, and professional manner Report mechanical issues, safety concerns, course damage, or hazards to supervisors promptly Assist with equipment setup, fueling, cleaning, storage, and seasonal transitions Maintain a clean and professional appearance while representing the golf course maintenance team Follow all resort safety protocols, equipment handling procedures, and supervisor instructions Perform other golf course maintenance duties as assigned Skills and Abilities Golf Course Maintenance Staff must demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high course standards. This role requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, follow direction, work efficiently, and adapt to changing daily priorities. Physical stamina, situational awareness, safe equipment operation, and willingness to perform both equipment-based and hands-on maintenance work are essential. An appreciation for golf course presentation, course etiquette, and the guest experience is also important. Work Environment This position works primarily outdoors on the golf course and surrounding resort grounds. Work may take place in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and early morning conditions. Weekend and holiday availability is required based on business and course maintenance needs. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, lift, push, pull, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed Ability to operate riding equipment, walk-behind equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in a physically active role