2nd Assistant Superintendent

NCSL International; Arizona; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club in Maricopa, AZ is hiring a full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent. The role emphasizes safety, training, and supervision of staff within a hospitality-driven golf operation under Troon.

The candidate should have 3–4 years of related agronomy/soil science experience, a driver’s license, and a pesticide license. Expect active participation in hiring, training, and compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or AA degree with 3–4 years related experience in agronomy or horticulture.
• Valid Driver’s License and Pesticide Application License required.
• Willingness to supervise, train staff, and ensure safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine safety inspections on spraying and fertilizer equipment.
• Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.
• Interviewing, hiring, training, planning, and directing work; evaluating performance.
• Maintains log of applications and related reports; ensures regulatory compliance.
• Develops ongoing training programs and ensures proper licensing.

Skills

Safety inspections

MSDS knowledge

Leadership

Training and development

Education

Bachelor's or AA in agronomy/horticulture/soil science

Job description

Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club, located in Maricopa, AZ, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs routine safety inspections on all spraying and fertilizer equipment.
• Reads, understands, and keeps current material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Maintains chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with governmental regulations.
• Ensures the safety and direction of chemical and fertilizer handlers and helpers.
• Maintains a log of applications and files related reports.
• Performs hand spraying and maintains proper mixing amounts and application techniques.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of chemicals and fertilizers being applied.
• Ensures proper calibration of all spraying and fertilizing equipment.
• Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.
• Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensures associates obtain proper licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations.
• Directly addresses all real or perceived environmental concerns.
• Assists with interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members who may include, but are not limited to: Environmental Technician.
• Ensures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
• Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs, and other expenses.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree (AA), or equivalent from a four- or two-year college or technical school; three to four years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (degree preference in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science).

Working Conditions

• Regularly works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.
• Regularly wears safety equipment that covers the entire body and may trap body heat and moisture.

Certificates/Licenses

• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Pesticide Application License

Benefits & Other Compensation

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• 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

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 Company's discretion.

About Troon

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.