Golf Course Groundskeeper: Grow-In & Maintenance

Dream Golf; Vernon (FL); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Old Shores Golf Resort in Florida’s panhandle is seeking Grounds Crew Members to support turf grow-in and ongoing course maintenance across tees, fairways, and greens. You’ll hand-pick sticks and debris, manage irrigation, and help prepare greens for morning cuts in a hands-on outdoor environment.

The role requires experience in golf course maintenance or landscaping, a valid driver’s license, and a strong emphasis on safety around heavy machinery.

Qualifications

• Experience in golf course maintenance or landscaping.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate equipment.
• High School or trade school degree/certificate preferred.
• Safety-first mindset, especially around heavy machinery.
• Positive attitude and ability to take direction.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Stamina to be active outdoors for extended periods.
• Interest in agronomy/hospitality career path.

Responsibilities

• Support turf grow-in and ongoing course maintenance across tees, fairways, and greens.
• Hand-pick sticks and debris to keep playing surfaces clean and playable.
• Manage irrigation and hand-water to control dust, support turf establishment, and maintain playing conditions.
• Fertilize, seed, and nurture turf through grow-in and into peak playing condition.
• Mow and maintain turf to course standards as grow-in progresses and play increases.
• Work outside in all kinds of weather—because nature doesn’t take a day off.
• Adapt seamlessly between grow-in responsibilities and full maintenance operations as the resort evolves.
• Perform daily maintenance tasks on the golf course, grounds, maintenance facility, and clubhouse as assigned.
• Handle equipment safely whether in an active grow-in environment or routine maintenance operations.
• Other duties as needed and assigned.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or trade school

Tools

Lawn equipment operation

Job description

Old Shores Golf Resort in Florida’s panhandle is seeking Grounds Crew Members to support turf grow-in and ongoing course maintenance across tees, fairways, and greens. You’ll hand-pick sticks and debris, manage irrigation, and help prepare greens for morning cuts in a hands-on outdoor environment.

The role requires experience in golf course maintenance or landscaping, a valid driver’s license, and a strong emphasis on safety around heavy machinery.