Golf Course Grounds & Maintenance Leader

Genesis Distribution; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Towanda Golf Club is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Manager to oversee the golf course and clubhouse grounds. You will hire, train, and lead the maintenance team, coordinate schedules, and manage annual budgets to ensure optimal course conditions and guest experiences.

Responsibilities include turf and landscape care, equipment maintenance, safety programs, record keeping, and compliance with applicable laws. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Budgeting and expense management experience required.
• 3–5 years turf grass management experience.
• Supervisory, coaching and staff development experience.
• Experience producing excellent playing conditions.
• Two-year degree preferred but not required.
• GCSAA member preferred but not required.
• Spray Tech certified and irrigation knowledge.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws affecting golf course operations.
• Strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all grounds including the golf course, clubhouse surrounds and other maintainable property.
• Supervises plantings, fertilizing, chemical applications and care of turf, plants, shrubs and trees.
• Hires, supervises and develops grounds maintenance staff in the department.
• Coordinates scheduling of department personnel.
• Communicates with Owners and Golf Professional about activities, goals and feedback.
• Prepares and manages annual budget plan for the maintenance operation.
• Maintains inventory and oversees repairs and maintenance of equipment.
• Implements and enforces a comprehensive safety program for employees.
• Supervises drainage, irrigation and other mechanical watering systems.
• Develops annual chemical and fertilizing plan.
• Ensures high-quality playing conditions for guests.
• Maintains records for maintenance (inventory, files, fuel, logs).
• Performs other duties as assigned by Owners.

Skills

Budgeting

Turf grass management

Supervisory

Spray Tech certification

Irrigation knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Staff development

Education

Two-year degree preferred

Tools

Spray equipment knowledge

Irrigation systems knowledge

Job description

Towanda Golf Club is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Manager to oversee the golf course and clubhouse grounds. You will hire, train, and lead the maintenance team, coordinate schedules, and manage annual budgets to ensure optimal course conditions and guest experiences.

Responsibilities include turf and landscape care, equipment maintenance, safety programs, record keeping, and compliance with applicable laws. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.