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Golf Course Landscape Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Troon Golf

Grounds Crew

Riverdale, IL · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

The Grounds Crew employee is a key member of the course maintenance team and is responsible for the landscaping and maintenance around the golf course. Multiple full-time and part-time positions ...

Niles Park District

Seasonal Golf Groundskeeper

Niles, IL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Perform general labor tasks such as weeding, mulching, and planting to enhance the overall landscape of the golf course. * Operate and maintain equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and utility ...

Niles Park District

Seasonal Golf Groundskeeper

Niles, IL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Perform general labor tasks such as weeding, mulching, and planting to enhance the overall landscape of the golf course. * Operate and maintain equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and utility ...

Troon Golf

Grounds Crew

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.75 - $18/hr

Must possess the ability to design, coordinate, and maintain landscaping on the golf course * Experience with operating greens/fairway mowers preferred * Must possess the ability to create spray ...

Troon Golf

Grounds Crew

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.75 - $18/hr

Must possess the ability to design, coordinate, and maintain landscaping on the golf course * Experience with operating greens/fairway mowers preferred * Must possess the ability to create spray ...

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How much do golf course landscape jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for golf course landscape in Chicago, IL is $53,974.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,700.00 and $67,000.00 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 Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,974 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Golf Course Maintenance - Seasonal IMRF

Elk Grove Park District

Elk Grove Village, IL

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Hiring Range:$17.00 - $18.00

Hours: Monday - Friday 5:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday or Sunday 5:30am - 8:30am

Must be available March through November



JOB SUMMARY

Under direction from Head Greenskeeper, performs routine golf course maintenance, repairs and construction.


JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Mow, aerate, grade, seed, sod, water, rake and police greens, tees, fairways and rough.
  • Repair and replace pipe on sprinkler system at golf course and driving range.
  • Operate mowers, sod cutters, chain saws, hand and power tools and all other small engine powered and mechanical equipment for mowing, maintaining and renovation of the golf course and driving range.
  • Prepare and clean beds, plants, trims, prunes, mulches, waters, weeds, stakes, fertilizes, rakes, shovels, digs, spreads wood chips, back fills and levels soil to complete and maintain grounds and horticultural projects.
  • Load, unload and deliver equipment and supplies, as needed.
  • Shovel, snow blow, broom and salt to remove ice and snow.
  • Help clean, adjust and maintain mowers, golf carts, tools and equipment.
  • Clean work site when projects are completed.
  • Attend work on a regular basis.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Additional functions may be essential.
  • Ability to use discretion and independence in work.
  • Perform the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
  • Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.


SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Sunday through Saturday, up to 40 hours a week, with work hours designated by the Head Greenskeeper.
  • Weekend and holiday scheduling may be required.
  • General work area is outdoors and employee is exposed to extreme weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, rain and ice.
  • Employee will also be exposed to chemicals (i.e., fertilizer, pesticides, weed killers, fungicides).
  • Exposure to noise distractions from employees or equipment operation in adjacent work areas.
  • Exposure to heights and confined spaces.
  • Infrequent exposure to cleaning materials.
  • Manual dexterity required for frequent manipulation of trade tools.
  • Subject to modified/flexible work schedule.
  • Physical agility to maintain mobility from site to site.
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to lift and move over 50 pounds with assistance.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Knowledge and skill to operate most all mechanical equipment.
  • Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
  • Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience in landscaping or golf course maintenance and construction preferred.


Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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