Entry-Level Greenskeeper: Golf Course Grounds & Maintenance

Southgate Recreation & Park District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Southgate Recreation & Park District is seeking a Greenskeeper I to support daily golf course maintenance and presentation. You will assist with setup, mowing, irrigation, and repairs, contributing to playability and course aesthetics.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical labor, and adherence to safety standards, with early start times and a seasonal, non-exempt status. Prior grounds experience is helpful, but training is provided.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from high school; prior grounds maintenance experience helpful but not required.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with golf course setup and equipment operation.
• Perform mowing and basic grounds maintenance across greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
• Maintain course infrastructure including bunkers, drainage, and irrigation as directed.
• Inspect for diseases and pests; apply turf products under supervision when permitted.
• Clean and maintain equipment and ensure safety practices are followed.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Safety procedures

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mowers

Loader tractor

Job description

Southgate Recreation & Park District is seeking a Greenskeeper I to support daily golf course maintenance and presentation. You will assist with setup, mowing, irrigation, and repairs, contributing to playability and course aesthetics.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical labor, and adherence to safety standards, with early start times and a seasonal, non-exempt status. Prior grounds experience is helpful, but training is provided.