2nd Assistant Golf Course Superintendant

The Club at Ibis; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Club at Ibis in West Palm Beach, FL, seeks a Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor to direct daily work for the course crew and ensure optimal playing conditions. You will oversee irrigation, chemical applications, and equipment use, and coordinate with the Director of Agronomy and superintendents.

A Turf Management mindset and strong safety focus are essential. Applicants should have an Associate degree (or equivalent) with turf experience; a Turf Management degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; Turf Management degree preferred.
• Six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs daily work assignments for the team.
• Inspects course setups and conditions; reports deficiencies to Golf Course Superintendents.
• Formulates and participates in irrigation, chemical, and fertilizer applications.
• Maintains communication with Director of Agronomy and Superintendents throughout the day.

Skills

Team leadership

Irrigation knowledge

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Turf Management degree

Tools

Rain Bird irrigation

Toro irrigation

Inventory software

Maintenance software

Order processing systems

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: The Club at Ibis - West Palm Beach, FL 33412, Summary

Directs and participates in the maintenance of the three golf courses including tees, greens, fairways, bunkers, cart paths and the rough. Maintains playing conditions to the highest possible standards set forth by Ibis. Assumes responsibility in the absence of the Assistant Superintendent. Provides outstanding service to members and guests in a professional and courteous manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs daily work assignments for the team.
• Inspects the course setups and conditions daily, reports deficiencies such as disease and unhealthy turf to Golf Course Superintendents.
• Formulates, monitors, and participates in irrigations, chemical, and fertilizer applications.
• Maintains clear communication throughout the day with Director of Agronomy, Golf Course Superintendents, and Assistant Superintendents.
• Assists with irrigation applications, scheduling, and parts repairs.
• Oversees the cleanliness and organization of the maintenance facility, equipment, and tools.
• Operates equipment as directed, when necessary.
• Trains new employees and documents each training session.
• Conducts safety meetings to ensure that safety standards are met. Upholds standards and enforces proper usage of equipment by team.
• Performs other duties assigned by Director of Agronomy and/or Golf Course Superintendents

Other Functions

This position guide does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested.

Supervisory Responsibility

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adheres to standard safety practices including but not limited to wearing gloves, glasses, boots, etc. Implements and enforces comprehensive safety program for employees, members, and guests on course in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Turf Management degree/or currently enrolled preferred. Prior golf course maintenance experience recommended.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Must be fluent in English, both oral and written. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

• Basic MS Office skills required
• Experienced with Rainbird and Toro irrigations systems (Ibis is a beta test site for Toro’s system)
• Knowledge of inventory software, preventative maintenance software, and order processing systems

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• State of Florida pesticide license is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Familiarity of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations in regards to safety, environment, fuel storage, and other stored and used hazardous materials,

Other Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of operation of mowing equipment, tractors, aerifiers, sweepers, sprayers, and miscellaneous hand tools.
• Knowledge of cultural practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of fertilizers, chemicals, and soil conditioners is preferred.
• Knowledge of the usage of all golf course maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of the game of golf.

Other Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented
• Highly motivated with strong work ethic
• Engaged team player

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee is required to have good vision in order to operate equipment safely and effectively.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.