Golf Course Superintendent
Country Club in Fort Myers, Florida is looking for a Golf Course Superintendent.
Position Overview:
This position is a unique opportunity for an aspiring Assistant Superintendent or Golf Course Superintendent looking to advance their career in the Fort Myers/Naples market and to experience a property with multiple different species of turfgrasses, both Toro and Rainbird two-wire irrigation systems, and work alongside a fantastic Assistant Superintendent and staff.
Key Responsibilities
• Agronomic Management: Execute comprehensive turf management programs encompassing chemical/fertilizer applications, moisture management, cultural practices, and pest control tailored specifically to TifEagle bermudagrass and Platinum TE paspalum.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and schedule the Assistant Superintendent, technicians, and crew members. Foster a culture of safety, attention to detail, and operational efficiency.
• Irrigation & Water Management: Oversee daily operation and troubleshooting of the Rainbird IC irrigation system, monitoring water usage and water quality across the course’s complex network of lakes and streams.
• Budgeting & Asset Control: Work closely with the Director of Agronomy to develop and manage the operational and capital budgets for the Bear Course, ensuring maximum efficiency of resources.
Requirements
• Degree: A Degree or Certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Experience: 3–5 years of progressive experience in golf course maintenance, with a proven track record as a Superintendent or First Assistant at a high-end private club environment.
• Bermudagrass and paspalum expertise: Extensive hands-on experience managing ultra-dwarf bermudagrass greens and paspalum in the Southwest Florida climate is highly preferred but not required.
Compensation
$85,000 – $95,000 per year.
How to apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.