Groundskeeper - Year-round/Full-time

Burning Tree Country Club Inc.; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals

Golf privileges

Uniforms

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Burning Tree Country Club is seeking a dependable Groundskeeper to support daily course maintenance and presentation for exceptional playing conditions. The role is outdoors, hands-on, and requires early mornings with weekend hours as needed.

You will contribute to mowing, irrigation, aeration, and routine care, working with a collaborative team to uphold BTCC’s high standards and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks independently.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Basic mechanical awareness with equipment operation understanding.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily golf course setup: tee markers, hole locations, and course accessories.
• Perform routine maintenance: mowing, trimming, raking bunkers, debris removal.
• Maintain greens, fairways, roughs, and surrounding landscapes.
• Assist irrigation monitoring and basic adjustments.
• Support agronomic practices: aerification, topdressing, seeding, fertilization.
• Operate and maintain golf course equipment safely and efficiently.
• Keep maintenance facilities and equipment clean and organized.
• Assist with special projects and course improvements.

Skills

Follow instructions independently

Strong work ethic

Basic mechanical awareness

Education

Experience in golf course landscaping/outdoor labor

Interest in turf management/outdoor work

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Golf Course Maintenance

JOB TITLE: Groundskeeper

REPORTS TO: Golf Course Superintendent / Assistant Superintendents

SCHEDULE: Full-Time (early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required). Weekend snow removal required.

COMPENSATION: Hourly (overtime opportunities available)

BENEFITS: Meals, golf privileges, uniforms, and opportunities for professional development

Burning Tree Country Club seeks hardworking, dependable, and detail-oriented Groundskeepers to join our Golf Course Maintenance team. This role assists with daily care, conditioning, and presentation of the golf course to ensure exceptional playing conditions for our Members and guests.

This is a hands‑on position that works outdoors in all aspects of golf course maintenance. Groundskeepers play a critical role in maintaining the high standards and pristine conditions that define Burning Tree Country Club.

Who We Are

Burning Tree Country Club is a private, family-oriented club founded in 1962 and committed to creating exceptional experiences for Members, families, and guests.

Our community includes:

• An 18-hole championship golf course that has hosted U.S. Open Qualifiers and Met PGA events
• An 8-lane, 25-meter pool with diving well
• Har-Tru tennis courts and platform tennis complex
• Multiple dining venues and event spaces
• Active junior programs in golf, tennis, and aquatics
• A year-round Youth Activities Program and Summer Camp

We take pride in delivering first‑class course conditions through strong teamwork, agronomic expertise, and attention to detail.

At Burning Tree Country Club, we are proud to be a team of dynamic professionals who champion authenticity, consistency, excellence, and innovation. We seek individuals who are committed to delivering exceptional results, working collaboratively, and continuously striving to improve.

Who You Are

You are dependable, hardworking, and enjoy working outdoors in a team‑oriented environment. You:

• Take pride in maintaining high standards and attention to detail
• Enjoy hands‑on, physical work
• Work well both independently and as part of a team
• Are eager to learn and develop new skills
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Are comfortable working early mornings and in varying weather conditions

As a Groundskeeper, you contribute directly to the quality and playability of the golf course.

The Essentials (Core Responsibilities)

• Assist with daily golf course setup, including tee markers, hole locations, and course accessories
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including mowing, trimming, raking bunkers, and debris removal
• Maintain greens, fairways, roughs, and surrounding landscape areas
• Assist with irrigation monitoring and basic adjustments
• Support agronomic practices such as aerification, topdressing, seeding, and fertilization
• Operate and maintain golf course equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of maintenance facilities and equipment
• Assist with special projects and course improvements as assigned

The Expectations

• Arrive on time and ready to work early morning shifts
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail in all assigned tasks
• Follow all safety procedures and equipment operation guidelinesWork efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Maintain a professional attitude and positive work ethic
• Adapt to changing priorities based on course needs and weather conditions
• Take direction from supervisors and communicate effectively with team members
• Contribute to maintaining the high standards of course conditions expected at BTCC

The Standards

Education & Experience

• Previous golf course, landscaping, or outdoor labor experience preferred but not required
• Interest in turf management or outdoor work environments is a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks independently
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Basic mechanical awareness (equipment operation experience preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical labor for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks, including bending, lifting, and walking