Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
GolfJobs.com · Gettysburg, PA
Posted 3 days ago
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About the Role
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Club in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is looking for an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.
Position Overview:
The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and takes pride in producing a high-quality golf experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced turf professional looking to continue developing their leadership and agronomic skills at a premier golf facility.
The Assistant Superintendent will assist the Golf Course Superintendent with all aspects of golf course maintenance and daily operations, including:
• Daily maintenance and conditioning of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and other course areas.
• Monitor course conditions and help identify turf, irrigation, drainage, pest, disease, and maintenance concerns.
• Assist with fertilizer and plant-protectant applications in accordance with established programs and regulations.
• Assist with irrigation system operation, troubleshooting, repair, and water management.
• Participate directly in mowing, course setup, bunker maintenance, aeration, topdressing, spraying, and other routine and seasonal maintenance.
• Help ensure the golf course is properly prepared each day for member, guest, outing, and tournament play.
• Assist with equipment operation and coordinate maintenance needs with the equipment technician.
• Help maintain accurate records related to chemical and fertilizer applications, irrigation, maintenance activities, and inventory.
• Assist with special projects, course improvements, landscaping, drainage, and renovation work.
• Support tournament preparation and elevated course-conditioning standards for major golf events.
Requirements
• Pennsylvania pesticide applicator license with a Category 07 (Lawn and Turf) designation required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Previous golf course maintenance or turfgrass experience preferred.
• Turfgrass management education or related degree/certificate preferred, but relevant hands-on experience will also be considered.
• Working knowledge of golf course maintenance practices, turf management, irrigation systems, and equipment operation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently while also effectively leading and working alongside a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to course presentation and playing conditions.
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours when course conditions, weather, or tournaments require.
Compensation
$65,000 to $75,000 per year.
How to apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.