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Golf Course Maintenance

Iowa City, IA ยท On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Finkbine Golf Course, located in Iowa City, IA, is pleased to announce an excellent career ... Performs semi-skilled grounds construction and maintenance work and related tasks as required.

GOLF COURSE LABORER

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$17.87 - $22/hr

He or she will perform the routine manual labor involved in golf course maintenance under the supervision of the Foreman, and do semi-skilled grounds, construction and maintenance work, operating ...

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for all aspects of golf course maintenance and construction, ensuring turf grass conditions meet established standards and elevating the overall course ...

Golf Course Superintendent

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

... of the contract * Partner with the customer to understand or develop a long-term property ... Working knowledge of the construction, establishment, and maintenance practices employed on golf ...

Golf Course Superintendent

Vista, CA ยท On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... of the contract * Partner with the customer to understand or develop a long-term property ... Working knowledge of the construction, establishment, and maintenance practices employed on golf ...

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How much do contract golf course construction jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract golf course construction in the United States is $67,615.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is contract golf course construction?

Contract golf course construction refers to the process by which specialized companies or contractors are hired to build or renovate golf courses according to a set contract. These contractors handle various aspects of construction, including land clearing, grading, irrigation installation, turfgrass planting, and building course features like bunkers and greens. The process involves close collaboration with golf course architects and clients to ensure the final result meets design specifications, budget, and timeline requirements. Contract golf course construction companies often bring expertise in environmental management and sustainable practices to preserve the surrounding landscape.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract golf course construction professional?

A strong background in construction management, landscape architecture, and civil engineering, often with a relevant degree or extensive field experience, is essential for Contract Golf Course Construction professionals. Familiarity with CAD software, project management tools, GPS-guided equipment, and knowledge of irrigation and turf management systems is typically required. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help in coordinating teams, managing timelines, and ensuring client satisfaction. These competencies are crucial for delivering high-quality golf courses on schedule, within budget, and to the precise specifications demanded by clients and regulatory bodies.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in contract golf course construction, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in contract golf course construction often encounter challenges such as adapting to unpredictable weather conditions, managing tight project timelines, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders like architects, engineers, and landscaping teams. Effective communication and flexibility are essential to quickly addressing schedule changes and onsite issues. Staying current with industry standards and environmental regulations is also crucial, as these projects frequently require compliance with local and national guidelines. Building strong relationships with subcontractors and maintaining a proactive approach to problem-solving can help ensure project success.

What is the difference between Contract Golf Course Construction vs Golf Course Superintendent?

AspectContract Golf Course ConstructionGolf Course Superintendent
CredentialsExperience in construction, project management, and turf managementSuperintendent certification, turfgrass management degree, experience in course maintenance
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor, project-basedGolf course grounds, maintenance facilities, outdoor
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, golf course developersGolf clubs, resorts, private courses

Contract Golf Course Construction focuses on building and developing golf courses, involving project management and construction skills. Golf Course Superintendents manage the ongoing maintenance and turf health of the course. While both roles require knowledge of turf management, construction experience is key for Contract Golf Course Construction, whereas certification and maintenance expertise are essential for Superintendents.

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Infographic showing various Contract Golf Course Construction job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,615 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent @ Old Shores

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Vernon, FL โ€ข On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

We're looking for an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to be part of something special: leading, shaping and maintaining a golf experience unlike any other. This position is about supporting our GC Superintendent in leading the team and agronomic practices to bring a course to life and keeping it at a world class level of play. You'll work alongside an experienced team through every phaseโ€”from grow-in to full operationโ€”ensuring the land is cared for and the turf performs at the highest level. One day, you might be soding fairways. The next, you're watering by hand to keep dust down or prepping greens for their morning cut. This is work for those who love the outdoors, don't mind getting their hands dirty, and want to see the impact of their work every day.

Property Description:

Located in Floridaโ€™s panhandle, just inland from the gulfโ€™s sugar sand beaches, Old Shores will be a new community anchored by golf โ€“ a refuge, with world-class courses, accommodations, and homesites. Located just 30 minutes north of Panama City Beach, the land will serve as a peaceful, secluded escape. The bluffs and moss-draped oaks of Old Shores form an inviting and natural setting for a walking village that opens to the unspoiled golf sites, forests, and sandhill lakes for fishing and exploring. This new expression of golf by Michael Keiser Jr will change the way people look at Florida.

Old Shores is a coastal public golf destination offering daily-fee play, limited Founderships, and a curated real estate offering set against a distinctive natural landscape. The property is purpose-built for golfers and coastal lifestyle enthusiasts who want world-class golf, to respect the land, and to connect with others in a meaningful way. We are building a team to help build, grow-in and deliver Floridaโ€™s next World Class Destination resort and community.

What Youโ€™ll Do:
  • Assist in the development of the annual maintenance budget and operating plan. Implement the plan according to Company operating policies and procedures to ensure cost containment.
  • Plan and implement staffing schedules to ensure quality standards are achieved at minimum employee cost.
  • Supervise and perform various maintenance duties to maintain the golf course in proper playing condition according to Company standards.
  • Supervise then development and maintenance of drainage, irrigation, pumping and water reservoir systems.
  • Supervise all planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, and trees on the golf course and grounds. Assist with the development and implementation of a fertilizer, aeration and Integrated Pest Management program for proper turf grass and plant care.
  • Supervise course construction projects.
  • Supervise equipment maintenance and repair operations. Establish and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance program for appropriate equipment, tools, vehicles, etc.
  • Ensure maintenance of all appropriate quality and cleanliness standards including, but not limited to, employee hygiene and uniforms, equipment repair areas, equipment storage areas, chemical and fertilizer storage areas, receiving areas, washing areas, lunch room areas, restrooms, etc.
  • Monitor the purchase ordering and receiving program to maintain proper inventories of supplies and ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, OSHA rules and regulations, relating to chemical and fertilizer storage and disposal, employee safety, public safety, etc.
  • Manage employment activities for applicable staff members, including but not limited to, personnel recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, training, compensation, discipline and termination, etc.
  • Maintain accurate records for pertaining to department activities including, but not limited to, labor schedules, course maintenance, construction activities, equipment repair, safety meetings and activities, fertilizer and chemical applications and pest control practices. Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related reports.
  • Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations.
  • Perform other duties as appropriate.
What Youโ€™ll Bring:
  • High school education required, college degree preferred.
  • 3 years golf course maintenance, supervisory and/or management experience.
  • Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of agronomic plan development, team leadership, budget planning, fiscal management, and agronomic task management.
  • Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.
  • Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.
Position Physical Requirements:

Must have the ability to:

  • Read and write (English)
  • Communicate verbally with staff members and/or customers with or without the use of two-way radios.
  • Give and/or follow verbal and written instructions and supervise subordinates
  • Visually inspect all work areas, golf course and grounds
  • See players on the golf course, and to follow the flight of golf balls
  • Operate vehicles and equipment for several hours at a time
  • Perform mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Retrieve, read and interpret information from technical sources
  • Stand, sit, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, bend and kneel for up to 5 hours at a time
  • Lift up to 100 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 20 lbs constantly

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

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