Golf Course Assistant Horticulturist at Tacoma Country & Golf Club

Lakewood, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Horticulture, Landscaping, Grounds Maintenance, Chemical Application, Fertilizer Application, Time Management, Attention To Detail, Collaboration, Golf Course Maintenance, Welcoming Demeanor

Industry

Accounting

Description

Description Tacoma Country & Golf Club Overview Tacoma Country & Golf Club is as proud of our past as we are excited about our future. Dating back to 1894, Tacoma Country & Golf Club has been occupying this beautiful property on the shores of American Lake. TCGC is the oldest established American Golf Club West of the Mississippi. Golf is central to the member experience at Tacoma Country & Golf Club. We feature an 18-hole championship golf course that stretches beyond 7,000-yards from the back tees. Accomplished players will love the test they find on our links, while players of all skill levels will find a playable course that is enjoyable round after round. In addition to the course itself, our members enjoy access to one of the finest practice facilities in the region. Tacoma Country and Golf Club is set to host the 2026 Centennial Washington Open and the 2027 US Senior Women’s Open. The Club recently hosted the 2025 Washington Open and the 2024 Pacific Northwest Women’s Amateur. TCGC hosted the 1961 U.S. Women’s Amateur, 1984 U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur, 1994 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur, 2007 U.S. Girls’ Junior, 11 PNGA Amateur Championships, 3 Washington Men’s Amateurs, and numerous USGA championship qualifiers including Final Qualifying for the 2017 U.S. Open. Other amenities include a dining room and lounge, a competition size swimming pool, a boat dock on American Lake, tennis courts, and more! Position Summary As the Assistant Horticulturist at Tacoma Country and Golf Club, you will be responsible for assisting the Horticulturist in clubhouse grounds maintenance, landscaping, building maintenance, and golf course maintenance (as needed). This role is often working in common grounds areas where our membership frequents, it is essential that the Assistant Horticulturist is comfortable and welcoming in this environment. Primary Responsibilities include the following: • Complete daily tasks set by Horticulturist with a sense of purpose • Identify and resolve any issues on the clubhouse grounds and golf course landscape • Work closely with the Horticulturist to continue to elevate the clubhouse grounds and landscape areas • Manage time effectively • Chemical and Fertilizer applications as directed by Horticulturist • Aid GC maintenance team with course preparation during weekend shift (Every 3rd Weekend) • Other duties as assigned Requirements Candidate Requirements and Qualifications •Degree or certification(s) in Horticulture or a related field of study •Positive Attitude •0 - 1 years of experience in a landscape maintenance role •Ability to work some Weekends/holidays; adapt schedule around tournaments and events •Ability to work collaboratively with the Horticulturist •Strong attention to detail •Understand the game of golf •Employment is contingent on clearing a background check Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time, 40+ hour weekly, with benefits including: •Hourly: $19.00 - $23.00 DOE •Paid Time Off, per employee handbook •Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, dependent coverage available, per employee handbook •401K and 401K Match, per employee handbook •Life Insurance, per employee handbook •Holiday Bonus Program, per employee handbook •Holiday Pay, per employee handbook •Employee Meals, per employee handbook •Partial Tuition reimbursement for continued education, per employee handbook •Golf Privileges, per employee handbook Tacoma Country and Golf Club is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. To Apply for this Position Please send a resume to our Superintendent, Joel Kachmarek: Joel@golftcgc.com Apply in person 13204 Country Club Drive SW Lakewood, WA 98498 Position is open currently and applications will be accepted until job is filled

Responsibilities

The Assistant Horticulturist will support the Horticulturist in maintaining clubhouse grounds, landscaping, building areas, and assisting with golf course maintenance as required. Primary duties include completing daily tasks, identifying and resolving landscape issues, and applying chemicals and fertilizer under direction.