Birnam Wood Golf Club – Montecito, California
Classification: Non-exempt
Reports to: Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent
Supervises: None
The Greenkeeper is responsible for performing a variety of tasks involved in the maintenance, upkeep, and overall condition of the golf course and surrounding grounds. This position plays a key role in ensuring top-quality playing conditions by supporting daily mowing, trimming, bunker raking, and other cultural practices as directed by the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
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Perform daily mowing of greens, tees, fairways, and roughs using walk-behind and riding mowers.
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Rake and maintain bunkers to consistent standards.
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Edge, trim, and blow debris from turf and landscaped areas.
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Assist with course set-up including tee markers, hole locations, and hazard marking.
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Operate small equipment including utility vehicles, blowers, and trimmers.
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Perform sod installation, seeding, topdressing, aerification, and other turf cultural practices.
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Assist with irrigation setup, hand watering, and minor repairs.
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Maintain tools and equipment in clean and safe working condition.
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Follow all safety guidelines and wear required PPE as needed.
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Report any issues or abnormalities to supervisory staff promptly.
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High school diploma or GED preferred.
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Previous experience in golf course or landscape maintenance a plus, but not required.
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Ability to safely operate small machinery and hand tools.
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Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
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Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
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Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
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Hourly Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 (DOE)
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Holiday Bonus
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Medical/Vision/Dental insurance
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401(k) retirement plan
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Paid training and advancement opportunities
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Uniforms provided
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Golf privileges
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All compensation and benefits follow Birnam Wood Golf Club policies and the Employee Handbook.
EOE
