Description

Charlotte Country Club is seeking an ambitious Assistant in Training (AIT) to join one of the country's premier golf course maintenance programs. This is a unique opportunity to begin your career at a club that is completing a transformational Donald Ross restoration and preparing to host future USGA championships.

Working directly alongside the Director of Agronomy, Golf Course Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, and an experienced leadership team, the Assistant in Training will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of golf course maintenance while developing the technical, leadership, and management skills necessary to become a future Golf Course Superintendent.

Charlotte Country Club has a long-standing commitment to developing future industry leaders and strongly believes in promoting from within whenever possible.

Club Highlights:

• Approximately 30,000 annual rounds
• 30-31 full-time employees and approximately 10 seasonal staff
• Typical work schedule:
  
  • January-March: 40-45 hours/week
  • April-May: 45-50 hours/week
  • June-September: 50-55 hours/week
  • October: 45-50 hours/week
  • November-December: 40-45 hours/week
• Turf Types
  
  • 007XL Bentgrass Greens
  • Tahoma-31 Fairways & Tees
  • Stadium Zoysia Bunker Faces
  • Zeon Zoysia Target Greens
  • 419 Bermuda Rough
  • Fine Fescue Native Areas
• Future Projects
  
  • Completion of the Donald Ross restoration grow-in and reopening
• Irrigation System
  
  • Rain Bird 2-Wire
• Equipment
  
  • Brand new 2026 John Deere equipment fleet
• Future Events:
  
  • Host of the 2028 USGA Women's Mid-Amateur Championship
  • Host of the 2033 USGA Senior U.S. Open Championship

Success Traits of the Individual:

• Passion for the golf course management profession.
• Strong work ethic with a high level of accountability.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Desire to continuously improve both personally and professionally.
• Interest in building a long-term career with Charlotte Country Club.
• Commitment to providing exceptional championship-level playing conditions.

Initial Priorities of the Position:

• Become integrated into the maintenance team and understand departmental expectations.
• Assist with the successful grow-in and reopening following the Donald Ross restoration.
• Learn Charlotte Country Club's maintenance standards and agronomic programs.
• Develop an understanding of equipment, irrigation, fertility, cultural practices, and daily operations.
• Build strong relationships throughout the agronomy department.

Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills & Aptitude:

• Assist in maintaining championship-quality golf course and clubhouse grounds.
• Participate in the planning and execution of daily maintenance operations.
• Work alongside the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents in executing agronomic programs.
• Assist in all aspects of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), including monitoring turf health and identifying potential issues.
• Perform fertilizer and pesticide applications while maintaining accurate application records.
• Assist with irrigation scheduling, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of the Rain Bird irrigation system.
• Participate in course setup, tournament preparation, and special events.
• Assist with golf course construction, renovation, and grow-in projects.
• Supervise, train, and mentor seasonal and new maintenance employees as assigned.
• Monitor work quality and help maintain departmental productivity standards.
• Assist with purchasing, receiving, inventory control, and storage of fertilizers, chemicals, supplies, and repair parts.
• Maintain records related to weather, maintenance activities, equipment, and inventory.
• Participate in tree care, landscape maintenance, pruning, and native area management.
• Assist in snow removal operations during winter months when necessary.
• Attend departmental meetings, safety training, and continuing education opportunities.
• Occasionally attend Green Committee meetings and assist with project updates.
• Routinely inspect and evaluate golf course conditions to maintain championship playing surfaces.
• Foster positive working relationships with all club departments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One to three years of golf course maintenance experience is preferred.
• Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or Turfgrass Certificate in Turfgrass Management or a related field preferred.
• Candidates with significant golf course maintenance experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a pesticide applicator license.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Stable employment history and strong references.
• Desire to become a Golf Course Superintendent.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $20-$24 per hour
• On-site housing located within the agronomy facility compound
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term Disability
• Continuing Education
• Local & National Association Dues
• Uniforms
• Complimentary Meals
• Golf Privileges
• USGA Volunteer Opportunities
• PGA Tour Volunteer Opportunities
• Local and State Conference Attendance

About Us:

Charlotte Country Club is recognized as one of the premier private clubs in the Southeast, with a long-standing reputation for excellence, championship-level course conditions, and an unwavering commitment to its membership. The club fosters a culture built on professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement, providing its agronomy team with the resources and support needed to perform at the highest level.

The agronomy department is committed to developing future leaders in the golf course management profession. Team members receive hands-on mentorship from an experienced leadership group, opportunities to attend local and national educational conferences, volunteer at USGA and PGA Tour events, and gain exposure to every aspect of maintaining a world-class golf course.

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