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Golf Course Landscape Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Groundskeeper

Hendersonville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

... the golf course and surrounding areas. Responsible for executing semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities to ensure the upkeep and improvement of landscapes. This role involves various ...

Groundskeeper

Hendersonville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

... the golf course and surrounding areas. Responsible for executing semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities to ensure the upkeep and improvement of landscapes. This role involves various ...

Groundskeeper

Hendersonville, TN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

... the golf course and surrounding areas. Responsible for executing semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities to ensure the upkeep and improvement of landscapes. This role involves various ...

Groundskeeper

Franklin, TN · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

... the golf course and surrounding areas. Responsible for executing semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities to ensure the upkeep and improvement of landscapes. This role involves various ...

Groundskeeper

Franklin, TN · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

... the golf course and surrounding areas. Responsible for executing semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities to ensure the upkeep and improvement of landscapes. This role involves various ...

Groundskeeper

Franklin, TN · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

... the golf course and surrounding areas. Responsible for executing semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities to ensure the upkeep and improvement of landscapes. This role involves various ...

Groundskeeping - Groundskeeper

Nashville, TN · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

QUALIFICATIONS: * 2 years relevant work experience in maintaining sports fields, golf courses or home lawn/landscape (preferred). * Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive ...

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga further enhances the region's academic landscape ... Chattanooga FC & Chattanooga Red Wolves * 21 Golf Courses #HEC Pay Range $300,000 - $335,000 /year ...

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How much do golf course landscape jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Golf Course Landscape jobs in Tennessee?

The most popular types of Golf Course Landscape jobs in Tennessee are:

What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Golf Course Landscape jobs?

Cities in Tennessee with the most Golf Course Landscape job openings:

Infographic showing various Golf Course Landscape job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% 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.

Diesel Mechanics- Commercial Turf Equipment

SMITH TURF & IRRIGATION LLC

Nashville, TN • On-site

$24.25 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Description

About Us:

Smith Turf & Irrigation is the leading distributor and retailer in the golf, grounds and landscaping industry. We offer a comprehensive selection of equipment, irrigation and landscape products and support our customers with technical expertise and service. 

Since 1925, Smith Turf has built an unmatched reputation for outstanding customer care, service and support across North and South Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee. STI is a family owned business that believes in working as a team and fosters a family oriented culture. 


Position Overview:

Commercial equipment mechanics are responsible for the maintenance and repair of turf and commercial grade equipment used in the golf, sports field and grounds industry. They play a critical role in upholding our reputation for exceeding our customers' expectations. 


Key Responsibilities:

Accurately test, troubleshoot, and diagnose failures on hydraulics, electrical systems, and gasoline and diesel engines on a variety of commercial turf equipment such as Toro and Ventrac

Perform scheduled inspections, maintenance- including change oil, hydraulic fluid and all necessary filters and fluids

Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics

Document issues in a clear and concise manner, showing cause for failure and correction

Maintain technical and product knowledge on all equipment serviced 

Participate in available company sponsored training to develop skills and knowledge

Perform all duties in a professional and safe manner


Required Qualifications:

Mechanics (technicians) with a minimum of 2 years of mechanical experience working on golf course, turf equipment or heavy diesel equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems

Must have the ability to read, interpret and understand schematics 

Must be able to perform diagnostic tests to identify and rebuild/repair malfunctions on all equipment

Certifications from Kohler, Toro, Briggs and Stratton are a plus

Demonstrated experience in diagnosing and repairing electrical and hydraulic problems

Must have the ability to read and analyze documents and procedure manuals

Must be able to routinely lift up to 75 pounds

High school diploma or equivalent required


Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Referral Program

Opportunity of Advancement

Paid Training and Certifications 

Free Counseling Services- EAP

Product Discounts

Weekends Off!


STI is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at STI including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.