About the Role
About the position
Blue Bell Country Club is a private country club designed by Arnold Palmer, which was opened in 1994. BBCC is located 45 minutes north of Philadelphia in Blue Bell, PA. The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the superintendent on all facets of the golf course operation, including capital project management, IPM programs, budget development, and equipment maintenance. Individuals must be self-motivated with strong organizational skills, and willing to go the extra mile for the betterment of BBCC. He or She must demonstrate strong computer skills to maintain record keeping, daily and yearly scheduling, and data tracking. The assistant must be willing to work weekends throughout the year. Work under the general supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent
Responsibilities
Supervise golf course maintenance operations and employees as required and assignedDetermine work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflowAssist in the supervision and control of all maintenance expenses associated with golf course operations, including payroll, supplies, chemicals, and fertilizersSupervise and participate in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the golf course in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulationsAssist in overseeing the care and maintenance of the turf, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, and wetlandsAssist in the mowing and maintenance of golf course fairways, rough, greens, tee area and other open space areas; changing cups; raking the bunkers; oversee and assist in the maintenance of sprinkler systems and the repair and installation of sprinkler lines and headsOversee the seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, and the pest and weed control of the golf courseSupervise and assist the staff on the planting of new vegetation, the replacement, spraying, pruning, and trimming of trees and shrubs, the preparation of soil plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements and tending to high stress areasOversee employees in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and power equipmentAssist in supervising and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the golf course in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulationsAbility and knowledge to lay out irrigation patterns, drainage patterns, construct tees and/or greensAbility to use arithmetic to measure, compute amount of materials to use, and to inspect product and be sure it confirms to requirementsSchedule maintenance practices around play and outings to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to golfersPromote player satisfaction through quality maintenance and communicationsOther duties as assignedRequirements
Bachelor’s or associate degree in Turfgrass Management2 years' experience on high end golf courseMust be legally authorized to work in the United StatesProject management is preferredStrong knowledge with Irrigation (Install and maintenance)Experience in Fertilizer and sprayer calibrationProficient in computer record keepingSolid knowledge of use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf construction and maintenance workAbility to work outside for long periods of time and in all kinds of weather, performing tasks that require physical strength and endurance