Entry-Level Golf Course Groundskeeper – Learn & Grow

Pga West; La Quinta, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

PGA West in La Quinta, CA is seeking an entry-level Agronomy Laborer to support golf course and landscape maintenance under close supervision. This role provides exposure to turf management, tools, grounds keeping practices, and team collaboration as a starting point for a career in course operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with day-to-day course setup, mowing greens and fairways, irrigation basics, and equipment care while complying with safety policies.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; landscaping or grounds keeping a plus.
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme conditions (heat, rain, cold).
• Reliable, positive attitude, and able to work flexible shifts including weekends.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the department.
• Complies with company and regulatory safety policies.
• Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Reports equipment or site hazards immediately.
• Participates in safety training.

Responsibilities

• Assists with day-to-day course setup and maintenance under supervision.
• Uses hand tools and powered equipment (e.g., shovels, rakes, string trimmers, blowers, spreaders).
• Maintains bunkers, trims landscape areas, spreads mulch or pine straw, and removes debris.
• Learns to mow greens, tees, fairways, and roughs using walk-behind or riding mowers.
• Assists with watering and basic irrigation maintenance.
• Operates utility carts and helps transport materials.
• Supports clean-up and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.

Skills

Outdoor work

Flexible shifts

Driver's license

Reliability

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Powered equipment

Job description

PGA West in La Quinta, CA is seeking an entry-level Agronomy Laborer to support golf course and landscape maintenance under close supervision. This role provides exposure to turf management, tools, grounds keeping practices, and team collaboration as a starting point for a career in course operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with day-to-day course setup, mowing greens and fairways, irrigation basics, and equipment care while complying with safety policies.