Greenskeeper in Pacific Palisades, California at Riviera Golf & Tennis, Inc

Department: Grounds Crew Maintenance

FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Directly Reports To: Superintendent

Indirectly Reports To: Assistant Superintendent

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Greenskeeper is responsible for maintaining the golf course, landscape, and club grounds in impeccable condition. This role plays a vital part in creating a beautiful and enjoyable outdoor environment for our members and guests.

ABOUT YOU

Your dedication to perfection is evident in every blade of grass and every flowerbed you tend to. Your keen eye for detail and unwavering commitment to maintaining our outdoor spaces at their best is truly remarkable. You expertly maneuver mowers, trimmers, and other equipment to create pristine greens, fairways, and landscapes that are a joy for golfers and guests. Your green thumb is evident as you plant, prune, and maintain flowerbeds with care and precision. You understand the importance of safety and compliance, ensuring that not only the beauty but the well-being of our environment is preserved.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mow, trim, and edge turf areas, including greens, tees, fairways, and roughs, to ensure a pristine appearance.
• Perform landscaping tasks, such as planting, pruning, and maintaining flowerbeds and landscape features.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
• Conduct safety checks on equipment and ensure proper maintenance.
• Participate in the care of greens, including aerating, topdressing, edging, and ensuring they are in excellent condition for play.
• Assist with bunker maintenance, repair ball marks, and contribute to golf course setup.
• Monitor and identify pest and disease issues affecting the golf course and grounds.
• Implement control measures to maintain a healthy environment.
• Contribute to general maintenance tasks, which may include painting, pressure washing, and equipment servicing.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of outdoor areas.
• Adhere to safety guidelines, regulations, and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Promote safety awareness and follow best practices in the use of equipment and chemicals.
• All other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent that reasonably fall within the scope of the position and department.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of groundskeeping equipment and practices.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to routinely perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and operating light and heavy machinery.
• Knowledge of the country club industry or hospitality sector (preferred, not required).
• Knowledge and passion for golf, golf course operations, or the golf industry (preferred, not required).
• Valid CA driver’s license and a clean driving record.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in groundskeeping, golf course maintenance, or landscaping.

GROOMING

All employees must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance per club standards.

Uniform is required while at work and on premises.

OTHER

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.