Greenskeeper PT

American Golf Corporation; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

American Golf Corporation seeks a Greens Keeper to keep greens, tees, fairways and roughs in top condition for daily play. This role requires physical labor, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing pristine playing surfaces for golfers.

Responsibilities include mowing, bunker maintenance, irrigation work, chemical application monitoring, and course setup for events, collaborating with staff and adhering to safety guidelines to ensure a welcoming, high-quality experience for guests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in golf course maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of golf course equipment and machinery.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify and repair problem areas on the course.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling and application techniques.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Mow and maintain greens, tees, fairways, and roughs with specialized equipment.
• Maintain bunkers by raking, edging sand, and repairing damaged areas.
• Install and repair irrigation systems as needed.
• Monitor and adjust chemical applications for fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides.
• Assist with course setup for tournaments and events, including flag placement and tee markers.
• Maintain equipment and tools used in daily tasks.
• Collaborate with other greenskeepers and staff to ensure the course is ready for play.
• Follow safety guidelines and proper handling and storage of chemicals and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Greens mower

Irrigation systems

Chemical handling equipment

Job description

ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF

American Golf is a trusted leader in golf hospitality, known for elevating the game and the communities around it. We bring deep expertise in golf operations and club culture, paired with a genuine commitment to creating welcoming, memorable experiences for every guest and member.

Our teams take pride in course care, exceptional service, and thoughtful environments that invite people to play, connect, and feel at home. We believe golf is more than a sport, it’s a place where relationships grow, traditions thrive, and everyone is part of the community.

Job Purpose

The Greens Keeper is responsible for ensuring the golf course greens, tees, fairways, and roughs are in top condition for daily play. The position requires a high level of attention to detail, physical labor, and a passion for maintaining a pristine playing surface for golfers.

Responsibilities

• Mow and maintain golf course greens, tees, fairways, and roughs using specialized equipment such as greens mowers, fairway mowers, rough mowers, and trimmers
• Maintain bunkers, including raking and edging sand and repairing damaged areas
• Install and repair irrigation systems as needed
• Monitor and adjust chemical applications for fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides as directed
• Assist with course set-up for tournaments and events, including flag placement, tee marker placement, and course markings
• Maintain equipment and tools used in daily tasks
• Work collaboratively with other greenskeepers and golf course staff to ensure the course is always ready for play
• Follow all safety guidelines and regulations, including the proper handling and storage of chemicals and equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in golf course maintenance preferred
• Knowledge of golf course equipment and machinery
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify and repair problem areas on the course
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling and application techniques
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Working Conditions

• Days and hours of work vary by schedule and business needs.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday work will be required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand for long periods of time, to walk, read, hear, talk, balance, climb, use hands, use fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, smell, taste, push or pull. The employee may be required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, or sharp objects. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, (protected class), including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and/or local law.