Greenkeeper I – Golf Course Maintenance

About the role

The Greenkeeper I is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of the golf course at Zapotal Golf & Beach Club. The role involves operating and caring for a variety of maintenance equipment, ensuring the playing surfaces are in optimal condition, and supporting the supervisor with daily tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and operate all machines before, during, and after use.
• Communicate continuously with the field supervisor and report any equipment anomalies.
• Perform mowing and cutting on fairways and roughs.
• Operate tractors, greens‑rolling machines, sweepers, verticortators, and top‑dressing equipment.
• Change cups on greens and operate manual and specialized aerators.
• Handle chainsaws, fertilization applications, and ventilation equipment (slicing, spiking, grooming).
• Manage irrigation sprinklers, hoses, and utility vehicles.

Required profile

• Positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively in a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of order.
• Effective communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Flexibility to work variable hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required skills

• Tractor operation
• Greens‑rolling machine operation
• Sweeper operation
• Verticortator operation
• Top‑dressing machine operation
• Chainsaw operation
• Manual and specialized aerator operation
• Fertilization equipment operation
• Irrigation sprinkler handling
• Hose handling
• Utility vehicle operation