Golf Course Maintenance Crew
Summary
Maintains golf course appearance and safety by mowing, raking bunkers, landscaping, and operating equipment. Performs strenuous manual labor outdoors.
Job Title
Golf Course Maintenance Crew
Reports To
Golf Course Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent
Job Summary
The Golf Course Maintenance Laborer is responsible for maintaining the appearance, playability, and safety of the golf course and surrounding grounds. This position performs a variety of manual labor and equipment based tasks to ensure the course meets high standards for members and guests.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Mow greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and other turf areas
- Rake bunkers and maintain sand traps
- Perform trimming, edging, and blowing of turf and landscaped areas
- Hand watering
- Remove debris, leaves, and litter from the course and practice areas
- Assist with landscaping projects, including planting, mulching, and tree care
- Operate and maintain maintenance equipment and tools safely
- Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or turf problems to supervisors
- Follow all safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous golf course or grounds maintenance experience is a plus, but not required
- Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
- Ability to perform strenuous physical labor
- Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic understanding of turf maintenance practices (training provided)
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Attention to detail and pride in work quality
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Outdoor work environment with exposure to heat, cold, rain, and humidity
- Frequent walking, bending, lifting, and use of hand tools and machinery