2nd Assistant Superintendent
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Job Summary
Grande Oaks Golf Club located in Davie FL is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.
Summary:
The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the Director of Agronomy and Agronomy team to maintain and enhance the golf course to the highest standards. This position is ideal for a hands-on turfgrass professional who takes pride in course conditioning enjoys working outdoors and is committed to developing their skills in a premier private-club environment.
What Were Looking For:
The ideal candidate is a team-oriented dependable hands-on leader who understands that championship-level golf course conditions are achieved through consistency communication and attention to detail.
We are looking for someone who is eager to grow professionally takes ownership of their responsibilities and wants to be part of an agronomy team dedicated to maintaining one of South Floridas most distinctive golf properties.
- Ability to work early mornings weekends holidays and varying schedules based on course maintenance needs.
- Assists the Director of Agronomy with the daily operation and maintenance of the golf course and surrounding grounds.
- Supervises and directs members of the golf course maintenance staff in the absence of the Superintendent.
- Assists with daily scheduling crew assignments and completion of maintenance tasks.
- Maintains greens tees fairways roughs bunkers and landscaped areas to exceptional standards.
- Assists with mowing fertilization irrigation chemical applications aerification topdressing and other cultural practices.
- Monitors turfgrass health and identifies disease pest nutritional and environmental issues.
- Assists with pesticide and fertilizer applications in accordance with applicable regulations and club policies.
- Operates and maintains turf equipment and assists with equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
- Monitors and maintains the irrigation system including troubleshooting irrigation issues and coordinating repairs when necessary.
- Assists with water management and environmentally responsible turfgrass practices.
- Maintains accurate records of chemical applications weather conditions irrigation maintenance activities and other agronomic data.
- Helps coordinate golf course projects renovations and improvement initiatives.
- Maintains a clean safe organized and professional work environment.
- Communicates effectively with the Superintendent management golf operations and other club departments.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.
- Previous golf course maintenance experience required; experience at a private club or high-end facility preferred.
- Strong knowledge of turfgrass management particularly warm-season grasses and South Florida growing conditions.
- Working knowledge of irrigation systems and water management.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability to operate and safely maintain golf course equipment.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to exceptional playing conditions.
- Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a team.
- Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management Agronomy Horticulture or a related field preferred.
- Florida pesticide applicator certification or the ability to obtain applicable licenses within a reasonable period.
- Valid drivers license.
- Ability to work outdoors in hot humid and changing weather conditions.
- Gas Allowance
- Club Benefits
- Golf Privileges
- Opportunities for advancement within the agronomy operation
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Healthcare Benefits Medical Dental and Vision coverage
- Retirement Benefits 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
- Time Off Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria
- Additional Compensation Eligibility for Employee Meals
Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms conditions and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies which may be amended at the Companys discretion.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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