Seasonal Groundskeeper

**Who We Are**:
Since 1964, Greenacres Golf Course has been the only full-length public golf course in Richmond, BC. Located at 5040 No. 6 Road, our 18-hole, tree-lined course offers a unique blend of challenge and beauty for golfers of all skill levels.

**Our Mission**:
At Greenacres Golf Course, we dedicate ourselves and our facilities to providing our community members and customers with the finest experience in golf, concentrating on accessibility, entertainment, service and hospitality. Our focus is on exceeding the expectations of all guests with quality products and customer service that is second to none.

**The Position**:
Our Club is currently looking for a seasonal Groundskeeper to join our team. The employment term starts as early as March and concludes at the end of October 2025.

As a Seasonal Groundskeeper at Greenacres Golf Course, you will play a significant role in maintaining our beautiful golf course and surrounding grounds, ensuring an exceptional experience for our guests. Reporting to the Course Superintendent, you will join a dedicated team committed to upholding the highest standards of course presentation. This is a full-time position, with the workday commencing at 4:30 a.m. during the active play season. Applicants must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends.

This role is covered under Service Employees International Union, Local 2, Branch 244. Union membership and dues are required as per the collective agreement.

**Who You Are**:

- Attentive and motivated - you take pride in your work.
- A self-starter who takes accountability and initiative, who can work successfully independently or as part of a team.
- Passionate about the outdoors, golf and/or landscaping.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Grounds Maintenance: Execute daily tasks related to turf care, including mowing, edging, trimming, and watering, to maintain optimal playing conditions on greens, fairways, tees, and roughs.
- Landscaping: Assist with the upkeep of landscape features such as flowerbeds, shrubbery, trees, and pathways, ensuring they enhance the aesthetic appeal of our golf course. Perform general hardscaping work around the property, such as work on cart paths, walkways, staircases, and other general infrastructure.
- Equipment Operation: Operate various grounds maintenance equipment and machinery safely and proficiently, following established procedures and guidelines.
- Course Setup: Assist in setting up the golf course for daily play, tournaments, and special events, including flag placement, tee markers, and hazard maintenance.
- Irrigation System Management: Monitor, utilize and maintain the irrigation system, ensuring proper functioning to support healthy turf growth while conserving water resources.
- Bunker Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance tasks on sand bunkers, including raking, edging, and replenishing sand as needed to uphold playing quality and consistency.
- Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other groundskeeping staff to accomplish daily goals efficiently and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Safety Awareness: Maintain a strong commitment to safety by following proper procedures for equipment operation, chemical handling, and personal protective equipment usage.

Groundskeepers may be required to perform duties that are outside the above listed scope of work as assigned by any member of the management team to upkeep maintenance standards on the golf course.

**Qualifications**:

- Previous experience in golf course or grounds maintenance preferred.
- Knowledge of groundskeeping equipment operation.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and follow instructions from supervisors.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Physical stamina to perform tasks requiring bending, lifting, and prolonged outdoor work in various weather conditions.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must have the ability to commute to work with start times as early as 4:30 a.m.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Proficient in speaking, reading and writing English.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.

**Compensation and Benefits**:

- Starting wage: $23.20 per hour (per union contract)
- Free on-site parking.
- 50% discount on food items purchased from the restaurant.
- Golf shop retail discounts.
- Staff Golf Privileges.
- Uniform provided by the Club.
- Opportunities for learning and growth.

Greenacres Golf Course is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified individuals to apply. We would like to thank all applicants, however only those of interest will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $23.20 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Richmond, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate befor