Assistant Golf Superintendent

Craig Recreational Enterprises, LLC.

Job Description

TITLE:

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

DEPARTMENT:

Golf Course

REPORTS TO:

Golf Course Superintendent

CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

WAGE RANGE:

BENEFIT LEVEL:

Mid

APPROVED BY:

DATE APPROVED:

SUMMARY

This position reports directly to the Golf Superintendent. Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant directs and participates in the maintenance of all golf course features, equipment, and facilities. The Assistant Superintendent may serve in the Golf Superintendent's capacity in the event of their absence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, etc.
• Assist in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline

• Schedule and supervise the employees and their designated tasks/use of equipment.
• Assist in the programming, repair, and maintenance of irrigations systems.
• Perform or supervise the implementation of an overall turf health program. This includes aeration, topdressing, and the application of pesticides, fertilizer, & chemicals to golf course turf.
• Operate an assortment of golf course equipment, including but not limited to: mowers, utility vehicles, sweepers, brooms, rollers, rakes, utility vehicles, loaders, compressors, trenchers, automobiles, etc.
• Mow golf course turf and perform daily course setup duties.
• Maintain and repair golf course equipment.
• Trim and remove trees and brush.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities on an as-needed basis.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Yes

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative, but not exclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• 2-year Degree or Certificate in Turf Management (or related field, like agronomy, horticulture, plant science, soil science).
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as an Assistant Golf Superintendent or related experience and/or training preferred.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

• Valid Driver's License
• Pesticide Application License

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Ability to effectively respond to complex issues verbally and in writing.
• Ability to inspire and motivate employees and client groups to take desired action.
• Requires a high level of commitment and dedication.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to identify and analyze problems with limited information, and then recommend a resolution.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Requires strong analytical and quantitative skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and/or ABILITIES

• Knowledge of management and maintenance of greens, fairways and roughs.
• Knowledge of use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf course construction and maintenance work.
• Knowledge of safe use, mixing and application of chemicals and commercial products.
• Ability to anticipate personnel, equipment, and material requirements related to golf course maintenance and repair assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure with a proactive approach to unusual occurrences.
• Must be able to work independently and take initiative.
• Good organizational and leadership skills, attention to detail and openness to new ideas and procedures.

PHYSICAL and/or MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical and or mental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, twisting, or carrying products at waist level, weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Constant standing and/or walking for a period of up to 8 hours a day or more.
• Frequent use of hands and reaching above shoulder levels.
• Frequent stooping, bending at the waist, kneeling.

WORK CONDITIONS and ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate noise level.
• The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement
• The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts.
• Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.
• The employee may be required to work overtime

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Store management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet operational needs.