Description

Overview

Oversees the maintenance and construction of the golf course (or courses) and ensures that turf grass is repaired and maintained to established standards.

Experience Required

• Bachelors degree, Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from four- or two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred degree focus in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science.
• Three to four years related experience and/or training.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Pesticide Application License required.
• Ability to read and speak English required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions and occasionally near moving mechanical parts, fumes, and/or airborne particles.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with the Superintendent to ensure that the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans are maintained and followed.
• Supervise and assist maintenance staff in daily duties.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and directing the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervise the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants.
• Ensure that construction equipment is properly maintained.
• Assist in the procurement of supplies and materials and ensure costs remain within budgetary limitations.
• Keep records of annual maintenance activities and costs and assist with preparation of required reports.
• Follow sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors when possible.
• Reconcile and provide timely coding of all invoices, payroll, and other required documents.
• Coordinate snow removal depending upon facility location.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensure associates obtain proper licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations, and address environmental concerns.
• Manage department members including Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
• Assure effective orientation and training for each new associate and develop ongoing training programs.
• Monitor business volume forecast and plan accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs, and other expenses.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria