About the Role
Assistant Superintendent
Related Titles: Foreman; Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor; Equipment Operator Foreman
Reports to: Director of Agronomy
Supervises: Grounds Crew
Classification:
Education and/or Experience
- Degree in Turf Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or equivalent work experience.
- At least 2-4 years of experience working in golf course maintenance, with a strong understanding of turfgrass management, irrigation, and agronomic practices.
- Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role is preferred.
- Certification or training in pesticide application (or ability to obtain certification) is required within 90 days.
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations
- Comprehensive knowledge of turfgrass management, soil science, irrigation, pest control, and fertilizers.
- Ability to manage and supervise a team effectively.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with members, staff, and management.
- Problem-solving skills, particularly related to turf health, irrigation, and equipment issues.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
- Proficiency in the use of technology for managing irrigation systems, turf management, and maintenance scheduling.
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the highest quality course conditions.
- Ability to speak Spanish desired
Job Summary (Essential Functions)
Supervise daily course maintenance and inspect course conditions.
Job Tasks/Duties
- Oversees and performs ongoing course maintenance activities.
- Completes minor repair on equipment.
- Operates and maintains equipment.
- Maintains equipment inventory.
- Trains personnel in ongoing course maintenance activities.
- Selects, trains, supervises, schedules and evaluates assigned personnel.
- Maintains parts and supplies inventory.
- Assists in the development of equipment purchase specifications.
- Performs safety orientation and ongoing safety training for all department staff.
- Supervises Maintenance Shop and runs operations in the absence of Golf Course Director.
- Attends staff meetings when needed
- Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Golf Course Director.
Licenses and Special Requirements
- Pesticide Applicator’s certificate.
- Valid driver’s license.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
- Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
- Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
- Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
Compensation
- $65,000/yr
- Company cell phone
- Health, Vision, Dental insurance
- 401k (available after 1 year service)
- Golfing privileges
- Free & discounted lunch
- Uniforms