About the Role
As an Assistant Superintendent working under Director of Agronomy, you will play a crucial role in the management and maintenance of the golf course or grounds. You will assist in planning and implementing turf care programs, irrigation systems management, pest control, and equipment maintenance. Working with all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the golf course. This position works in all facets of golf course turf management including working with Task tracker or similar system
Your responsibilities will also include scheduling and supervising grounds staff, ensuring course aesthetics meet the set standards, and promoting efficient resource management. This role demands a strong understanding of turfgrass management, irrigation systems, and pest control practices. You will need to be organized. Good communication skills are essential as you will collaborate with the team, vendors, and golf course members.
The ideal candidate possesses a practical knowledge base in the following areas: maintenance of a golf course landscape - greens, tees, and fairways; the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, herbicides and pest control methods; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems including pumps and automatic controls.
Key Responsibilities - Skills, Aptitude, and Knowledge:
Supervise maintenance work and staff to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment while being accountable for the finished results of workCoordinate the planning, scheduling, and implementation of maintenance practices and projectsApply fertilizers and plant protectants, including calibrating sprayers and spreaders; record all applications and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulationsPerform irrigation scheduling and make basic irrigation repairsPerform basic mowing tasks and cultural practices when neededSafely operate golf course equipment including but not limited to carts, mowers, rollers, rakes, loaders, automobiles, etc.Maintain awareness of changing course conditions, recognize problems, and communicate maintenance needsAssist in planning and execution of all golf course maintenance operationsSupervise and train maintenance staff; assign daily tasks and ensure quality controlParticipate in and oversee: Mowing and course setup, Fertility and chemical applications, Irrigation scheduling and water managementEnsure proper and safe application of pesticides and fertilizersAssist in monitoring turf health and identify pest, disease, and environmental stress issuesRequirements
Valid Driver's LicensePreferred Two-year certificate, associate degree or bachelor's degree in Turf Grass Management or related field preferred3–5 years of golf course maintenance experience preferredPrevious supervisory or crew leadership experience strongly preferredWorking knowledge of warm season turfgrass managementFlorida Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) License or ability to obtain within 90 daysAdditional Info:
Paid time offProfessional development and continuing education supportUniforms providedGolf privilegesJob Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Paid time offAbility to Relocate:
Rotonda West, FL 33947: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person