Description

This position will work closely with the Superintendent, and Assistant Superintendent to facilitate and execute all turf operations to provide excellent playing conditions for our members and guests.

Responsibilities:

• Directs and oversees daily activities, in conjunction with the Superintendent, and 1 st Assistant Golf Course Superintendents
• Manages staff in absence of Superintendent and 1 st Assistant Golf Course Superintendents
• Ensure work guidelines are followed
• Ensures a safe and clean work environment for all employees by enforcing OSHA and EPA regulations in conjunction with the Safety Committee
• Monitors staff performance with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, document necessary observations and help the Assistant Superintendent handle staff issues that arise in the Superintendent's absence
• Supervises and participates in morning set-up of the golf course, monitor irrigation system and pump station
• Scouts the golf course on a regular basis for insect, weed, and disease problems. Diagnose any observations and take corrective action after discussion with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent
• Competent with irrigation management for cool and warm season turf varieties
• Attends seminars and workshops for continued professional growth and development
• Should be familiar with the basic operation of computers
• Coordinates, schedules, and monitors special projects on the golf course
• Communicates with the staff about improvements in procedure, equipment, etc.
• Makes recommendations for improvements to procedure, equipment, etc.
• Assists in maintaining all necessary documentation of applications
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal days, and 10 holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• LTD and STD
• Employee discounts: food, retail merchandise, boat rentals
• Golf privileges

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Associate Degree in Turfgrass Science or related field from an accredited college or working towards a degree or certificate in the Turfgrass field
• BS Degree in Turfgrass Science is preferred
• Total familiarity with calibration procedures for all applicable turf equipment such as sprayers and spreaders
• Ability to write reports, such as job performance reviews, and attend meetings when needed
• Competent on all pieces of turf equipment and have the ability to train other employees in their proper use
• In conduct and deportment, the assistant should set an example for the staff
• Possess a Georgia Pesticide Applicators License in Category 24 or be working towards attaining the license within 6 months