Greenskeeper I

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

The Greenskeeper I is an entry-level position responsible for assisting with the daily maintenance and presentation of the golf course. Under the direction of the golf course maintenance management team, the Greenskeeper I performs a variety of tasks that contribute to the playability, appearance, and overall condition of the golf course grounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists with golf course setup, including changing hole locations, moving tee markers, and setting course accessories.

Performs grounds maintenance operations such as inspection, mowing, trimming, edging, pickup, pruning, using power and hand tools and equipment.

Mows greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and other turf areas as assigned.

Operates golf course maintenance equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Rakes and maintains sand bunkers.

Repairs divots and ball marks.

String trims andedges around course features, trees, signs, and landscaped areas.

Assists with irrigation repairs and watering operations as directed.

Assists with golf course construction and improvement projects including, but not limited to, installing & repairing drainage, bunker renovations, installing sod and tree work.

Applies fertilizers, soil amendments, and other turf products under supervision when permitted.

Removes debris, leaves, branches, and litter from the golf course and maintenance areas.

Plants, prunes, weeds, and maintains ornamental landscape areas.

Washes, cleans, and performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools.

Cleans and maintains on-course and maintenance facility restrooms.

Inspects for diseases, pests, or abnormalities affecting plants and turf, and is involved in planting and propagating.

Transports, loads and unloads supplies, equipment and machinery.

Performs heavy physical labor, lift, carry, push and pull heavy objects, such as cement and fertilizer bags, (up to 50 lbs.). Walk, stand, stoop and crouch for long periods; climb ladders; dig ditches and post holes.

Performs operation of motor vehicles and/or power equipment with intermittent vibration.

Performs under various weather conditions.

Complies with OSHA and Cal-OSHA standards.

Follows oral and written instructions.

Prepares and maintains written records and reports.

Works harmoniously and cooperatively with fellow employees and the public.

Performs other duties as assigned to support golf course maintenance operations.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Greets public and provides information to public or directs them to golf pro shop.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of and Skilled in: Effective oral and written communication skills. Methods and materials used in grounds and landscape area, construction and maintenance work. Use and care of gardening materials, tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair. Safe, efficient mechanical operation of power equipment, mowers, loader tractor, slope mower and other motorized equipment. Common safety practices and procedures; simple mathematics.

Ability to: Follow oral and written instructions; read, write and speak English at a level to satisfactorily perform the work; work harmoniously and cooperatively with fellow employees and the public; follow directions and work effectively as part of a team; maintain reliable attendance and punctuality; maintain neat and appropriate appearance; effectively communicate orally and in writing; analyze situations and adopt effective course of action. Use and care for hand and power tools; follow safety procedures and identify potential safety hazards. Perform grounds maintenance and repair work; operate and maintain power equipment and vehicles such as tractors and attachments.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform heavy physical labor, lift, carry, push and pull heavy objects, such as cement and fertilizer bags, (up to 50 lbs.) Must be able to walk, stand, stoop and crouch for long periods; climb ladders; dig ditches and post holes. Operation of motor vehicles and/or power equipment with intermittent vibration. Must be able to perform under various weather conditions.

PREFERRED QAULIFICATIONS

Previous landscaping, grounds maintenance, agriculture, or golf course experience.

Interest in turfgrass management, horticulture, or golf course operations.

Exposure to or experience in the sport of golf, including rules, etiquette, and terminology.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to heat, cold, rain, dust, noise, chemicals, and uneven terrain. Early morning shifts are regular to accommodate golf course operations and customer play.

TYPICAL SCHEDULE

Typical scheduled work shifts start at 5 a.m. daily, including half shifts (5-9 a.m.) every third weekend, and may include work on holidays and occasional overtime based on operational needs and seasonal demands.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must be at least 18 years old. Equivalent to graduation from high school. Prior experience performing general grounds maintenance. Repair work that can be directly related to the requirements listed above for knowledge and abilities, helpful but not required.

COMPENSATION

$18.40 - $18.90 per hour

STATUS

Seasonal; Non-Exempt.

Southgate Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered on the basis of their qualifications without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientatio