2nd Assistant Superintendent

Westchester Hills Golf Club; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Westchester Hills Golf Club is seeking a motivated full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent to contribute to a positive experience for members and guests while growing knowledge of golf club operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's or AA degree with 3–4 years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and a pesticide application license. The candidate will supervise staff, ensure safety, and help manage day-to-day course maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or AA from a 4- or 2-year college or technical school; 3–4 years of related experience or an equivalent combination.
• Degree preferred in agronomy, horticulture, or plant/soil science.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a pesticide application license.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine safety inspections on all spraying and fertilizer equipment.
• Reads and maintains MSDS sheets and records.
• Maintains chemical storage and mixing areas per regulations.
• Directs chemical/fertilizer handlers and helpers.
• Keeps logs of applications and related reports.
• Performs hand spraying and maintains proper mixing amounts and application techniques.
• Keeps up-to-date knowledge of chemicals and fertilizers being applied.
• Ensures proper calibration of spraying and fertilizing equipment.
• Supervises maintenance staff and daily duties.
• Ensures compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Safety consciousness

Education

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

Driver's license

Job description

Overview

Westchester Hills Golf Club is seeking a motivated full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent to contribute to a positive experience for members and guests while continuing to grow knowledge of golf club operations.

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree (AA) from a four- or two-year college or technical school; 3 to 4 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree preference in agronomy, horticulture, or plant/soil science.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a valid pesticide application license.
• 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.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs routine safety inspections on all spraying and fertilizer equipment.
• Reads, understands, and keeps up-to-date material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Maintains chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with governmental regulations.
• Ensures the safety and direction of chemical/fertilizer handlers and/or helpers.
• Maintains logs of applications and files related reports.
• Responsible for hand spraying and maintaining proper mixing amounts and application techniques.
• Keeps up-to-date knowledge of chemicals and fertilizers being applied.
• Ensures proper calibration of all spraying and fertilizing equipment.
• Supervises and assists maintenance staff with 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.
• Addresses all real or perceived environmental concerns directly.
• Assists with interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members, including but not limited to Environmental Technicians.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are provided to each new associate and develops ongoing training programs.
• Monitors business volume forecasts 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.

Benefits

• 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.