1st Assistant Superintendent

Invited Clubs; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Invited Clubs is seeking a 1st Assistant Superintendent at Braelinn Golf Course in Peachtree City, GA. You will supervise a maintenance crew, oversee daily course operations, and coordinate with departments to ensure top-tier playing conditions.

The role requires overseeing inventories, budgets, and safety, with hands-on management of turf care, irrigation, and equipment. A related degree and pesticide license are required. This position reports to the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s degree in Turf Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing input and knowledge of budget control and results expectations.
• Minimum of 1 year of technical knowledge of equipment and tasks relevant to Spray and Irrigation Technicians, Landscape Foreman, Greens Keeper, Equipment Operator, and Mechanic positions.
• Current State Pesticide Applicator’s License or can be completed within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and staffing to meet departmental goals.
• Approve vacations, manage timecards and ensure coverage.
• Recruit, interview, and hire staff using ATS.
• Train, supervise, and motivate maintenance staff to meet quality standards.
• Assess course conditions and determine maintenance priorities.
• Oversee turf care activities including mowing, spraying, and equipment maintenance.
• Manage inventories of chemicals, fertilizers, and supplies with proper documentation.
• Assist with planning and purchasing supplies; support budgeting and invoicing accuracy.
• Maintain irrigation logs and monitor water usage; adjust irrigation cycles as needed.
• Collaborate with the Mechanic to schedule preventive maintenance for all equipment.
• Assist in preparing agronomy plans and operating budgets; monitor expenses.
• Maintain high standards for turf quality and recommend actions on issues.
• Supervise a crew of at least two full-time employees; address pay and performance.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Irrigation & spraying knowledge

Pesticide applicator knowledge

Education

Turf Management degree

Job description

Job Description

Superintendent First Assistant at Braelinn Golf Course | The Clubs of Peachtree City & Newnan.

Job Summary

The 1st Assistant Superintendent is responsible for daily operations and administrative functions of the golf course, ensuring that all maintenance activities are conducted efficiently and to the highest standards. This role involves direct oversight of the course’s maintenance staff and coordination with various departments to maintain optimal playing conditions and course aesthetics. In the absence of the Superintendent, the 1st Assistant Superintendent will assume full responsibility for course operations.

Day-to-Day

• Oversee, plan, and monitor daily operations by coordinating and assigning tasks, managing schedules, and ensuring appropriate staffing levels to meet departmental goals.
• Approve vacation and sick leave, maintain adequate coverage, and ensure accurate and timely submission of timecards each week.
• Collaborate with the Superintendent to recruit, interview, select, and hire employees using the company’s Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Train, motivate, and supervise staff to effectively perform tasks associated with golf course maintenance, ensuring all work meets quality standards and is completed fully.
• Assess golf course ground conditions and determine maintenance priorities based on current needs and overall course standards.
• Oversee and manage all golf course maintenance activities, including mowing, spraying, and other turf care operations. Evaluate ground conditions regularly and develop programs to maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance facilities and equipment.
• Manage inventories of chemicals, fertilizers, and other supplies, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with regulations.
• Assist the Superintendent with planning and purchasing supplies, including chemicals, fertilizers, and irrigation materials. Support budget management by maintaining the purchasing checkbook, tracking spending against forecasts, and ensuring invoices are accurately coded with appropriate account numbers.
• Maintain daily and weekly logs for irrigation pump maintenance, well records, water usage, application details, weather data, and personnel records such as ADP time reports.
• Set up, program, and adjust daily irrigation cycles as needed to ensure optimal water distribution and course conditions.
• Collaborate with the Mechanic to schedule, perform, and document necessary preventive maintenance for all equipment on a weekly basis.
• Assist in preparing, developing, and managing the annual agronomy plan and operating budget. Monitor and control departmental expenses, ensuring all functions are carried out within the established budget.
• Provide expertise in maintaining high industry and environmental standards for turf quality, including proper mixing and application of pesticides and fertilizers. Make recommendations and decisions to address turf quality issues or direct others to take action.
• Supervise and direct a crew of at least two full-time employees, ensuring effective teamwork and task completion.
• Address personnel matters such as pay, performance reviews, corrective actions, and employee hiring/termination decisions, offering guidance and resolution as needed.
• Train and enforce safety best practices, ensuring compliance with Invited, local, state, and federal regulations, including handling hazardous materials and the use of protective equipment.
• Evaluate employee performance, provide constructive feedback, and keep the Superintendent informed on employee progress.

Required

• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s degree in Turf Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing input and knowledge of budget control and results expectations.
• Minimum of 1 year of technical knowledge of all equipment and tasks relevant to the Spray and Irrigation Technicians, Landscape Foreman, Greens Keeper, Equipment Operator, and the Mechanic positions.
• Current State Pesticide Applicator’s License or successfully completed within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Thorough knowledge of general business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures.
• Direct supervisory experience with proven ability to maintain confidentiality of Club, Company, and personnel information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part‑time team members)

Want to learn more? Visit www.invitedbenefits.com for full details.

Invited is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The job posting outlines the general requirements for this position and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties not mentioned here may be assigned as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the Club.