Assistant Superintendent

SUMMARY : The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Under Superintendent supervision, the assistant directs and participates in the maintenance of the course’s greens, tees, fairways, rough, and paths; supervises the operation, maintenance, and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment, and does related work as required.

The assistant may serve in the superintendent capacity during his/her absence, and modify daily assignments as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in the planning and supervising the maintenance on course property; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment. Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment. Supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment.

Supervises and participates in the operation of pumps and irrigation controls, is directly involved with the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems. Maintain shop working area neat in an orderly fashion, observe and maintain safe working conditions in compliance will all laws. Ability to keep current with industry trends and continue with education and training throughout career.

Keep all areas clean and sanitized as directed. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma required. Technical school certificate or degree in agronomy, horticulture, or turf grass management preferred, and a minimum of 3-5 years of golf course experience in a management role. Driver license required.

Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate fluently in English PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Employee must be able to work in a standing position for long periods up to 5 hours. The Employee will frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift/move 100 pounds. The work environment is outdoors on the golf course. The temperature and weather conditions of the work area are affected by outside conditions.

Maintenance shops will have odors from fertilizers, pesticides, and equipment fluids. Areas where landscaping equipment are stored may have grass and other landscaping clippings and dirt on the floor. Machinery may contain dirt, oil, and/or grease. Levels of interaction: Face-to-face / in person: High level of interaction with other employees, high with guests and vendors.

Telephone interaction: High level of interaction with employees, vendors and guests.