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Golf Course Landscape Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Groundskeeper

Franklin, TN · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

The Groundskeeper is a key member of the course maintenance team and is responsible for the landscaping and maintenance around the golf course. Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

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The Landscape Foreman is a key position that requires a solid understanding of all landscape operations within the Golf Course Maintenance Department. QUALIFICATIONS * Thorough knowledge of landscape ...

The Groundskeeper is a key member of the course maintenance team and is responsible for the landscaping and maintenance around the golf course. Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

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Groundskeeper

Sevierville, TN · On-site

$21 - $22.50/hr

Description The essential function of the position within the organization is to assist in maintaining the grounds of the golf courses. This position is responsible for basic landscaping and course ...

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How much do golf course landscape jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for golf course landscape in Tennessee is $47,554.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,800.00 and $59,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a golf course landscape?

A Golf Course Landscape job involves designing, maintaining, and enhancing the natural and artificial features of a golf course to ensure its aesthetic appeal, playability, and environmental sustainability. Responsibilities may include turf management, irrigation system maintenance, planting trees and shrubs, and pest control. Professionals in this field work closely with golf course superintendents to ensure the course remains in top condition year-round. This job requires knowledge of horticulture, landscaping techniques, and golf course design principles.

What does a golf course landscape do?

A typical day in Golf Course Landscape involves early morning hours maintaining greens, fairways, and bunkers to ensure optimal playing conditions. This can include mowing, irrigating, repairing turf, planting flowers or shrubs, and operating specialized groundskeeping machinery. You’ll often work as part of a dedicated team, coordinating with superintendents and other staff to prioritize tasks based on weather, season, and scheduled tournaments. The role can be physically demanding and mostly outdoors, offering the reward of seeing immediate, tangible results from your work. Over time, experienced staff may advance to supervisory or specialized roles, such as irrigation manager or course superintendent.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in golf course landscape?

To thrive in Golf Course Landscape, you need knowledge of turf management, horticulture, and groundskeeping practices, often supported by experience or certification in landscaping or turfgrass management. Familiarity with irrigation systems, landscaping equipment, and pesticide or fertilizer application is essential, with some roles requiring a pesticide applicator license. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in maintaining high standards and coordinating with course staff. These abilities ensure the golf course remains visually appealing and playable, directly impacting guest satisfaction and course reputation.

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Infographic showing various Golf Course Landscape job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,554 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Golf Course Maintenance Crew | Holston Hills

McConnell Golf

Knoxville, TN • On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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McConnell Golf rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 28 rated golf clubs


Job description

Overview
If you enjoy being up early, playing golf or just following the PGA tour this is the job for you. Holston Hills Country Club is seeking Full-Time golf course maintenance team members who are interested in working in an upscale private golf club environment. We are looking for individuals who are naturals at highly precise work, enjoy being outdoors, and want to work in an active team environment.
Applicants must be able to spend the majority of the day outside working on the course doing multiple jobs such as walk mowing greens, raking bunkers, general course maintenance, etc. Under the supervision of the assistant superintendent, you will perform work involving the use of various types of hand tools and gas-powered equipment. A background in golf maintenance or landscaping would be helpful but is not required.
Responsibilities
Job Characteristics of Golf Course Maintenance:
  • Typical daily schedule opportunities:
    • Mondays - Thursdays 6:00am- 2:30pm
    • Fridays - 6:00am. to 11:45a.m.
    • Saturdays and Sundays - 6:00am. to 10:00a.m.
  • Staff members are not required to work every schedule opportunity, but will need some weekend availability. We have a rotating weekend schedule utilizing all staff members.
  • Ongoing training opportunities to develop expertise and increase responsibilities
  • Complete tasks in an orderly, "start to finish" manner
  • Adhering to established guidelines and procedures to provide a consistent product

Work duties include:
  • Operates hand mowers, riding mowers, string trimmers on and around greens, tees, fairways, bunkers and rough etc.
  • Raking, weeding, edging bunkers
  • Ground maintenance work such as: soil prep, seeding, sodding, cart path grading, irrigation installation and repair, hand watering, grounds clean up.
  • Course setup for golfers: moving tees, changing hole locations, cleaning course accessories
  • Mowing tees and fairways with riding and walking mowers.
  • Filling of divots on course and practice facilities
  • Trimming irrigation heads
  • Returns all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility; and cleans the maintenance areas.

Special Requirements:
  • Must be self-motivated, reliable and willing to take oral and written directions
  • Should possess physical strength, stamina, and agility to perform the above tasks
  • Must have reliable transportation to work along with state issued driver's license and show up on time every scheduled
  • Must be willing to work some weekends as required to prepare the golf course for play

Qualifications
Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Previous golf course, landscape and/or horticulture experience preferred, but not required

Compensation and Benefits:
  • $14 to $16 per hour dependent on experience, after a 30- day probationary period individuals have ability for pay increase.
  • Holiday pay
  • Paid Time Off Accrual Schedule (Full Time staff benefit)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity to participate in company health, dental, vision benefits (Full Time staff benefit)
  • 401K Plan available (Full Time staff benefit)
  • Uniforms provided as well as lunch daily

About Us:
Holston Hills is one of the oldest private clubs in Knoxville. Built in 1927 the Club's Donald Ross designed course has continually been ranked as not only one of the top courses in the state of Tennessee, but is even ranked on a national level. We have hosted numerous golf championships throughout our rich history at the State, Regional, and National level. Currently we are the host Club for The Visit Knoxville Open on the Korn Ferry Tour. The Club is owned by McConnell Golf which owns and operates 17 private clubs in the Carolinas along with Tennessee.
To learn more visit www. Holstonhills.com
Ryan Blair CGCS
rblair@holstonhills.com
Salary Range
USD $14.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.

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