Greenskeeper I (47263)

Tahoe Donner Association; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the golf maintenance sector is looking for dedicated Greenskeepers to join their team. This exciting role involves maintaining the beauty and functionality of the golf course, ensuring optimal conditions for players and guests. Responsibilities include mowing, planting, and applying necessary treatments to turf and plants, as well as maintaining equipment and irrigation systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and an eagerness to learn. With opportunities for advancement and access to various amenities, this position offers a rewarding experience in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Performance-Based Advancement

Gym Memberships

Discounts on Amenities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of golf course maintenance tools and turf management.
• Understanding of golf course regulations and irrigation controls.

Responsibilities

• Mow greens, tees, and fairways; monitor turf conditions.
• Maintain irrigation systems and perform minor repairs.

Skills

Golf Course Maintenance

Turf Management

Chemical Application

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Mowers

Aerators

Chemical Sprayers

Job description

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We are seeking Greenskeepers to join our Golf Maintenance Team! The Greenskeeper position supports the Golf Course Superintendent in maintaining the golf course grounds, landscaped areas, work zones, and related facilities.

Essential Functions

1. Mows greens, tees, fairways, and other turf areas; monitors greens for disease, thatch, moisture, and other conditions; removes dew on non-mowing days.
2. Uses verticutters to remove thatch; aerates and overseeds greens, tees, and fairways; cultivates, fertilizes, prunes, and waters turf, plants, and trees.
3. Plants and maintains turf, shrubs, trees, and groundcovers; replaces damaged sod.
4. Sprays ornamentals, greens, tees, and fairway turf; applies herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides as directed.
5. Sets pins and tee markers; inspects greens, tees, and fairways for standards compliance.
6. Operates vehicles and equipment such as mowers, edgers, aerators, sod cutters, and chemical sprayers.
7. Maintains irrigation systems; performs minor repairs and prepares reports.
8. Communicates with members, guests, and staff; enforces rules to ensure safety and environmental protection.

Opportunities and Benefits

Part-time and full-time seasonal roles available. We offer competitive pay, performance-based advancement, amenities access, gym memberships, and discounts.

Desired Qualities

• Reliability, positivity, energy, teamwork, and service orientation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of golf course maintenance tools, turf management, and chemical application.
• Understanding of golf course regulations and irrigation controls.
• Proficiency with office and computer applications; communication skills; conflict resolution; First Aid and CPR.
• Supervisory skills and physical ability for labor-intensive tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, with one year of relevant experience or training as a greenskeeper, or an equivalent combination demonstrating the ability to perform the duties.