What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course Greenskeeper I position at Heritage Club?

Greenskeeper I

Department : Golf Course Operations

Working Hours : 30-55. Weekends Required.

Pay Rate : $15.00 / hr

Date Prepared : February 27, 2025

Job Summary : Under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent or the Assistant Golf Course Superintendents; perform routine manual labor involved in golf course maintenance. The Greenskeeper I participates in a diverse range of activities involved in golf course maintenance including daily course preparation, mowing, renovations, equipment operation, water management, construction projects, etc. The Greenskeeper I will be specifically trained to operate specialized equipment and / or to perform specific tasks relative to the maintenance of the golf course grounds.

Greenskeeper I has 2 or less years experience

Principal Duties :

Operate all basic utility vehicles
Efficiently and effectively rake and maintain bunkers, including rake placement
Safely and effectively operate backpack blowers
Safely and effectively operate line trimmers and head edgers
Safely and effectively operate green mowers, tee mowers, and collar mowers, including complete mowing procedure
Assist in all areas of the maintenance of the grounds including assistance with the horticulture department including basic maintenance, planting, and bed preparations
Safely and effectively operate rotary pushmowers and flymowers, including complete rotary procedure
Must participate and complete all Basic Safety Training Programs
Performs all fall leaf removal and winter snow removal
Assist in reconstruction projects including grading and preparing soil, seeding, sodding, etc.
Participates in golf course projects including renovations, aerifications, drainage, tree removal, and construction.
Perform daily cleaning tasks necessary to keep the maintenance facility clean, organized and safe
Inspect all machines and report any deficiencies to the Equipment Technician
Wear uniform properly
Required to wear personal protective clothing and / or use protective equipment to comply with established safety operating standards.
Follow guidelines in the golf course maintenance operations manual for each specific task.
Perform other functions and routine golf course maintenance activities as directed by the Director of Agronomy & Grounds, Head Equipment Manager, Golf Course Superintendent, and Assistant Superintendent
Perform any other tasks requested by the management, the Club, or the Owner

Physical, Mental and Visual Skills :

Good organizational skills and good verbal communication skills

The ability to follow oral and written directions and work in cooperation with fellow employees.

Safety consciousness and problem solving skills

Ability to visually inspect golf course conditioning and club house grounds.

Ability to perform heavy physical work; may be required to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 20 pounds constantly.

Perform such activities as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping for up to five hours without sitting.

Dedication to personal improvement and course advancement

Required Work Habits :

Reliable transportation

Work habits include regular attendance, team work, initiative, dependability, positive attitude, and promptness.

Must be able to work holidays and weekends as these are the busiest times for the golf course.

Educational, Development and Work-Related Experience :

High school diploma or equivalent education preferred. Ability to understand and follow directions and operate golf course machinery.

Successful completion of the Equipment Operator I training program within 6 months of employment.

Working Conditions : Works primarily outdoors on golf course and clubhouse grounds.

May experience the following :

Carbon monoxide fumes from various equipment

Various insects, compounds, and plants (example – poison ivy)

Electrical outlets and wiring

Grease and oil on equipment and shop floor

Hot hydraulic fluids

Potentially damaging noise levels

Dirt, dust, and grass clippings

Flying golf balls

Load / transport 50 pound fertilizer and seed bags

Move benches short distances that may weigh 25-50 pounds

Potential exposure to pesticides, herbicides, dangerous chemicals and solvents and fertilizers if proper safety procedures are not followed

Salary : $15

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