Assistant Superintendent

About the role

The Assistant Superintendent supports the daily operations of the Golf Course Maintenance department. They assist with turfgrass and plant material maintenance, property and asset management, and expense forecasting. Key responsibilities include scheduling and maintaining irrigation systems, applying pesticides, keeping accurate records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the 1st Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent in providing agronomic direction for the healthy growth of all grasses, trees, wetlands, and other plant materials on the golf course and clubhouse grounds.
• Coordinate the application and documentation of chemical treatments, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Schedule and assign tasks to the crew, as directed by the 1st Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent.
• Provide hands-on training to employees in technical skills, operations, and safety, adhering to OSHA standards and club protocols.
• Ensure the safe use and proper maintenance of golf course mechanical equipment.
• Implement maintenance programs established by the 1st Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent.
• Participate in regular meetings with management and staff to review operations, maintenance, golf activities, and address safety and environmental concerns.
• Assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
• Follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same.
• Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to your role.
• Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
• Attend daily briefings and actively engage in required activities to stay informed and contribute to the team’s success.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance.
• Current State Pesticide Applicators License or successfully completed within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• An associates degree in Turf Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
• General knowledge of business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures.
• Strong technical knowledge of all equipment, products, and resources related to Golf Course Operations.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures and humidity.
• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing/ladders, squatting/kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending, lifting/carrying up to 100 lbs.
• Speaking, hearing, and seeing.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off and leave programs.