Assistant Superintendent in Training

Spring Creek Golf Club is seeking a rising turf professional looking to elevate their career. Our maintenance team has added an Assistant in Training position tailored to an individual who is motivated to gain hands-on experience at one of the region’s premier golf facilities. Located just outside Charlottesville, Spring Creek was masterfully designed by Ed Carton and features a truly special layout defined by wall-to-wall cool-season turf—a rare and demanding distinction in this region. Maintaining cool-season playing surfaces at a high level in the transition zone requires precision, adaptability, and a commitment to excellence. This position is ideal for an aspiring turf manager looking to test their skills and develop a deep understanding of what it takes to maintain championship-level conditions in a challenging climate. What You’ll Experience • Hands-on involvement in all aspects of daily golf course maintenance • Advanced management of cool-season turf in a transition-zone environment • Water management, fertility planning, and plant health strategies • Mowing and cultural practices for greens, tees, fairways, and roughs • Exposure to course setup and tournament preparation • Leadership development and team coordination experience • Equipment operation and maintenance best practice Why Spring Creek? • Unique wall-to-wall cool-season turfgrass program • High standards and pride in presentation • Opportunity to learn directly within a thoughtfully designed, architecturally significant layout • Supportive environment focused on professional growth Educational Requirements • Degree (or currently pursuing) in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field preferred Experience Requirements • A driven, detail-oriented professional pursuing a career in golf course management • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn in a high-performance environment • Positive attitude and passion for producing elite playing conditions