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Troon Golf

Golf Course Superintendent

Lake Zurich, IL · On-site

Prepares and maintains the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans. * Plans ... Assistant Superintendent, 2nd Assistant Superintendent, Head Mechanic, Environmental Technician ...

Troon

Golf Course Superintendent

Lake Zurich, IL · On-site

Prepares and maintains the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans. * Plans ... Assistant Superintendent, 2nd Assistant Superintendent, Head Mechanic, Environmental Technician ...

Bensenville Park

Course Attendant

Bensenville, IL · On-site

$15/hr

The Course Attendant ensures on course components of golf operations are facilitated. This ... Work with Assistant Golf Professional in setup and execution of tournaments and outings.

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How much do golf course assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for golf course assistant in Elgin, IL is $50,725.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $59,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Golf Course Assistant vs Golf Course Groundskeeper?

AspectGolf Course AssistantGolf Course Groundskeeper
CertificationsBasic knowledge of turf management, sometimes certifications preferredOften required to have turf management or landscaping certifications
Work EnvironmentGolf course, assisting with daily operations and customer serviceGolf course, focused on maintaining the course's grounds and turf
Job FocusSupporting course operations, assisting staff, customer serviceMaintaining turf, landscaping, and course aesthetics

The Golf Course Assistant primarily supports daily course operations and customer service, while the Golf Course Groundskeeper focuses on maintaining the course's turf and landscape. Both roles require turf management knowledge and are essential to golf course maintenance, but they differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

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Golf Course - Maintenance - Seasonal Worker 2026

Aurora Illinois

Aurora, IL • On-site

$17.29 - $23.92/hr

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

  1. The City of Aurora is accepting applications for seasonal job positions for the Phillips Park Golf Course Maintenance. Positions are available from approximately March through November.

As a team member on the golf course maintenance staff, responsible for providing exceptional playing conditions for the patrons of Phillips Park Golf Course. The maintenance staff's main function is to prepare the golf course before play begins daily. This position requires working morning hours and working outdoors in inclement weather at times.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Daily course prep-Changing cups & pin locations, moving tee markers, filling divots, removing broken tees.
  • Daily set up of Driving Range & practice area- Move ropes, bag stands, dividers.
  • Maintain cleanliness of golf course: picking up garbage, branches, and other debris.
  • Operate mowers to maintain areas of the golf course: Greens, Tees, Collars, Fairways, Rough.
  • Operate equipment to rake sand straps and bunkers.
  • Trimming areas -sand traps, fence, landscape beds, curbs, posts.
  • Operate push mowers & handheld equipment to maintain small areas around golf course.
  • Assist with landscape bed and tree maintenance; mulching, planting, weeding, and trimming.
  • Assist in performing agronomic practices; topdressing, aerification, and verticutting.
  • Shovel sand, mulch, soil, and other material as directed.
  • Repair Fence, irrigation, drainage, and other infrastructure features on golf course.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
  • Ability to maneuver around golf course safely and efficiently.
  • Ability to understand and carry out instructions to perform tasks.
  • Ability to operate equipment safely to perform tasks.
  • Ability to complete work goals while minimal disturbance to players.
  • Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
  • Ability to work in a fast pace environment.

Must be able to pass a physical, drug screen, and background investigation.
The hourly wage is $17.29 - $23.92/hour, depending on qualifications.
Seasonal employees may receive preference in consideration for potential promotional opportunities within the City.
Applications should be submitted online.
*Applicants may be contacted regarding their interest in seasonal positions in other Divisions in the City.
*Applicants will only be contacted if selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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