Golf course groundskeeper
ごるふじょうせいびいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that properly maintains and manages the golf course and facility grounds to prepare the playing environment.
Description
Golf course groundskeepers manage turf on the course, mow fairways, greens, and roughs, perform irrigation, fertilization, pest and disease control, bunker maintenance, and minor course repairs to keep the course in a playable condition. They work early mornings or adjust to weather changes, operate and maintain specialized machinery, cooperate in teams while considering environmental conservation and safety hygiene, and manage course conditions according to the seasons.
Future Outlook
With the recovery of golf popularity and demand for facility maintenance, stable job openings are expected. Introduction of environmental protection technologies and labor-saving equipment is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Interested in the natural environment / Meticulous / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Early morning shifts / Outdoor work / Seasonal fluctuations / Shift work
Career Path
Golf course maintenance staff → Senior keeper → Greenkeeper leader → Course superintendent
Required Skills
Agricultural machinery operation / Fertilization and pesticide application / Grading techniques / Irrigation system operation / Safety and hygiene knowledge
Recommended Skills
Landscaping knowledge / Machine maintenance / Pest and disease control knowledge / Weather forecasting management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to flexibly change work content according to weather and seasons. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to discern fine turf conditions and finish them uniformly. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required to sustain long hours of outdoor work and machinery operation. |
| Problem Solving | Required to handle machinery breakdowns or abnormalities on the course. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to early morning work and continuous outdoor labor, imposing physical and mental strain. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily manual labor, so creative thinking is not required. |
Aliases
- Golf course manager
- Greenkeeper
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