Greenskeeper I

Hideaway-Golf-Club; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

401K matching

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Uniform provided

Boot program

Job summary

Hideaway Golf Club in La Quinta, California, is seeking an entry-level golf course maintenance team member to support turf care, equipment operation, and course setup under guidance.

You will work outdoors in varying weather, maintain bunkers and landscapes, and contribute to safety and cleanliness while building teamwork with fellow staff and club members.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely perform entry-level golf course maintenance duties under supervision.
• Ability to operate basic golf course maintenance tools and equipment after training.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform general golf course maintenance duties under the direction of Golf Course management.
• Mow turf areas including rough, fairways, tees, and practice areas using hand and riding equipment.
• Rake bunkers and maintain bunker edges and appearance.
• Participate in golf course set-up activities, including placing tee markers and signage.
• Repair divots and assist with turf recovery efforts.
• Perform landscaping maintenance and assist with improvements.
• Hand-water turf, plants, and landscaped areas as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance areas and equipment.
• Operate entry-level golf course maintenance equipment safely.
• Follow all safety standards and SOPs; report issues promptly.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Willingness to learn

Basic maintenance tools

Tools

Basic maintenance tools

Job description

Description

COME JOIN US AT HIDEAWAY GOLF CLUB

The Hideaway Golf Club embodies the best qualities of California's Coachella Valley, long known as a place for rejuvenation and relaxation. Located in La Quinta, the property's 600 acres are surrounded by stunning mountain vistas and the scenic expanse of Southern California's desert. Luxurious and private, the Hideaway offers championship golf, world-class amenities, exclusive residences, and superb service.

www.hideawaygolfclub.com

Non-Exempt | Full-Time Employees Receive Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Pet Insurance

401K Matching Retirement Program | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | Uniform Provided | Yearly Boot Program

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF AGRONOMY | SUPERINTENDENT | ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform general golf course maintenance duties under the direction of Golf Course management.
• Mow turf areas including rough, fairways, tees, and practice areas using hand and riding equipment, as assigned.
• Rake bunkers and maintain bunker edges and appearance.
• Participate in golf course set-up activities, including placing tee markers, ropes, stakes, signage, and assisting with cup changes.
• Repair divots, fill divots with sand/seed mixture, and assist with turf recovery efforts.
• Perform string trimming, edging, blowing, debris removal, and general landscape maintenance.
• Assist with sod replacement, seeding, mulching, planting, and landscape improvement projects.
• Hand-water turf, plants, and landscaped areas as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance areas, tools, and assigned equipment.
• Operate entry-level golf course maintenance equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Follow all department safety standards, operating procedures, and equipment guidelines.
• Ensure end-of-day tasks and closing procedures are completed in accordance with department SOPs.
• Report unsafe conditions, irrigation leaks, equipment concerns, or maintenance issues immediately to management.
• Provide a high level of professionalism and maintain a positive working relationship with team members and Club members.

Requirements

• Ability to safely perform entry-level golf course maintenance duties under supervision.
• Ability to operate basic golf course maintenance tools and equipment after training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and wind.
• Ability to maintain punctuality and dependable attendance.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and carry equipment and materials.
• Ability to work early morning, weekends, holidays, overtime, and varied schedules as business needs require.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and proper equipment use.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior golf course, landscaping, groundskeeping, agriculture, or outdoor maintenance experience preferred but not required.
• Yearly training requirements as demanded by the county, state, and federal regulations.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Relevant training certifications in industry topics helpful.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Criminal and civil background clearance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as required throughout the workday.
• Ability to walk and work on uneven outdoor terrain, including golf course and landscaped areas.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, kneel, squat, and occasionally crawl while performing maintenance duties.
• Ability to climb and maintain balance when using steps, ladders, slopes, ramps, or similar surfaces.
• Ability to reach overhead, below the waist, forward, and from side to side.
• Ability to push, pull, grip, and handle tools, equipment, and materials throughout the workday.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, finger, foot, ankle, neck, and shoulder movements as required by the position.
• Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, supplies, and materials required for golf course maintenance.
• Must have sufficient near and distance vision to safely operate equipment, identify hazards, and perform detailed work.
• Ability to work around machinery and loud equipment and tolerate varying levels of workplace noise.
• Must be able to safely perform the physical duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds, with assistance and/or proper equipment when needed.

AAP/EEO Statement

Hideaway Golf Club provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

EOE/Drug Free Workplace