GOLF ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

About the role

The Golf Assistant Superintendent is responsible for developing an environment that creates excitement for guests and employees while promoting and retaining a highly skilled work force.

The Golf Assistant Superintendent: Is responsible for managing and directing the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, cart paths and adjacent facilities Supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment related to maintaining the golf course, including motorized and other mechanical equipment. Assists in personnel management for the Golf maintenance staff.

Is responsible for actively building and retaining customer relations and acts as a mentor to employees in order to provide superior customer service. Trains, evaluates, motivates, and supervises staff, providing adequate guidance, resources, and information for employees to achieve established objectives.

Establishes and maintains department objectives, standards, procedures, and assist with budgets to ensure the proper management of department. Plans and supervises maintenance of greens, tees and fairways, as well as the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees. Instructs and supervises employees on the operation and care of mowing and other golf course maintenance.

Instructs employees on the care of equipment. Determines the need for and schedules application of pesticide, herbicide and fertilizer/soil conditioner applications; directs operation and calibration of pesticide application equipment. Oversees the general cleaning of grounds and surrounding areas. Ensures that the golf course is maintained in a condition which excels in golf course standards.

Maintains and repairs surrounding walkways, benches, drinking fountains, and adjacent appurtenances. Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage control systems, including wells, pumps, and automatic controls. Inspects golf course utilities and equipment and takes action to correct problems in order to minimize potential for safety violations.

Prepares schedules and reports as required for equipment and personnel. Performs as acting Golf Course Superintendent when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

This position operates in a working environment that is subject to hazards associated with use of pesticides and general landscape care products, basic hand and power tools, and gardening/mowing equipment. This position generally works outside and is subject to all weather conditions. Ability to use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, basic hand, power tools, and mowing equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, as well as all outside contacts.
• Ability to prepare and maintain clear and concise reports and records.
• Requires physical strength, stamina and agility.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Must be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain all appropriate licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations.
• Turf Grass Management Certificate or Degree preferred.
• Management experience required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• These skills and abilities are typically acquired through the completion of courses in Turf Management, in addition to 3-5 years of golf course maintenance experience.