(HRY) Golf Course Maintenance Foreman

Calvert County Government; Lusby (MD); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 59,926,000; Full time

Job summary

Calvert County Government seeks a Golf Course Maintenance worker to perform daily maintenance and preparation of the golf course, assist the Superintendent with supervising seasonal staff, and support agronomic and course conditioning tasks.

You will operate mowers, irrigation equipment, and related tools, supervise crews, maintain grounds, and assist in planting, fertilizing, and drainage work, while enforcing safety policies for staff, players, and guests.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years’ experience in golf course operations with at least 1 year in maintenance.
• One (1) year supervisory experience (does not have to be at a golf course).
• Valid driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate per Federal Regulations.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Subject to background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates equipment such as mowers, blowers, irrigation equipment and other golf course maintenance related equipment.
• Lead maintenance crew by example.
• Cleans machinery after each use.
• Cuts grass, weeds and bushes, rakes leaves, trims trees and bushes and removes cuttings.
• Waters turf grass when necessary.
• Loads and unloads materials.
• Assists with the maintenance of golf course maintenance equipment.
• Assists with the supervision of seasonal staff.
• Assists in planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, trees and other facilities on golf course.

Skills

Supervise subordinates

Public interaction

Verbal/written instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Performs the daily maintenance and preparation of the golf course; assists the Golf Course Superintendent with the supervision of seasonal staff; and the implementation of agronomic and course conditioning tasks.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely operates equipment such as mowers, blowers, irrigation equipment and other golf course maintenance related equipment.
• Lead maintenance crew by example.
• Cleans machinery after each use.
• Cuts grass, weeds and bushes, rakes leaves, trims trees and bushes and removes cuttings.
• Waters turf grass when necessary.
• Loads and unloads materials.
• Collects litter and empties garbage cans.
• Fills and distributes water coolers.
• Cleans golf course restrooms.
• Maintains all grounds.
• Assists with the maintenance of golf course maintenance equipment.
• Assists with the supervision of seasonal staff.
• Assists in the planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, trees and other facilities on golf course.
• Assists in the preparation and application of proper fertilizers and nutrients.
• Assists in operating and maintaining drainage, irrigation and watering systems.
• Assists in maintaining course in proper playing condition.
• Enforces comprehensive safety program for employees, members and guests on course in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

Other Duties

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of-- Basic practices in the care of golf course turf grass and associated facilities
• The game of golf.
• Ability to-- Operate all of the equipment required for golf course maintenance.
• Ability to follow and give verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to supervise subordinates.
• Deal effectively with the public.

Required Qualifications

• Training and/or Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Two (2) years’ experience in golf course operations with at least 1 year being in a golf course maintenance department operating various equipment.
• One (1) year supervisory experience (does not have to be at a golf course).
• Licenses or Certificates: Valid driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• Special Requirements: Must be 18 years of age.
• Subject to background investigation.

Physical Demands

Work requires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, standing for long periods of time, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching reaching or lifting objects up to 100 pounds. Works indoors and outdoors. Potential exposure to inclement weather.

Unusual Demands

None.

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Steps

• Pay rate: $20.54 per hour
• Grade H10, hourly position, up to 40 hours per week

Department and Closing Date

Department of Parks and Recreation

Position closing date: September 14, 2026

Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on September 14, 2026.

This position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on September 15th.

Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] with as much notice as possible.

• Calvert County Government offers a wide range of benefits to enhance the lifestyle of our employees and the lifestyle of their families and dependents.