2nd Assistant Superintendent

Troon; Florida; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Employee meals

Job summary

Grande Oaks Golf Club in Davie, FL is hiring a full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent to join our agronomy team. You will work with the Director of Agronomy to maintain the golf course to premier private-club standards and support a hands-on turfgrass operation.

The ideal candidate brings team leadership, a passion for course conditioning, and a commitment to growth within a premier Florida property.

Qualifications

• Experience in golf course maintenance, preferably at private clubs.
• Strong knowledge of warm-season grasses and South Florida conditions.
• Working knowledge of irrigation and water management.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to operate and safely maintain golf course equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Agronomy with daily operations and maintenance of the golf course.
• Supervise maintenance staff in the Superintendent's absence.
• Coordinate daily scheduling and crew assignments.
• Maintain greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and landscapes to high standards.
• Oversee mowing, fertilization, irrigation, chemical applications, aerification and topdressing.
• Monitor turf health and address disease, pest, nutrition, and environmental issues.
• Record chemical applications, weather, irrigation, and agronomic data.
• Coordinate course projects and improvements.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and communicate with team.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Turfgrass management

Irrigation systems

Leadership

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Turfgrass Management / Agronomy related degree

Tools

Irrigation systems knowledge

Job description

Grande Oaks Golf Club, located in Davie, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation:

$60,000.00 annually

Summary:
The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the Director of Agronomy and Agronomy team to maintain and enhance the golf course to the highest standards. This position is ideal for a hands-on turfgrass professional who takes pride in course conditioning, enjoys working outdoors, and is committed to developing their skills in a premier private-club environment.

What We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate is a team-oriented, dependable, hands-on leader who understands that championship-level golf course conditions are achieved through consistency, communication, and attention to detail.

We are looking for someone who is eager to grow professionally, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and wants to be part of an agronomy team dedicated to maintaining one of South Florida's most distinctive golf properties.

Schedule:

• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules based on course maintenance needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Assists the Director of Agronomy with the daily operation and maintenance of the golf course and surrounding grounds.

Supervises and directs members of the golf course maintenance staff in the absence of the Superintendent.

Assists with daily scheduling, crew assignments, and completion of maintenance tasks.

Maintains greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and landscaped areas to exceptional standards.

Assists with mowing, fertilization, irrigation, chemical applications, aerification, topdressing, and other cultural practices.

Monitors turfgrass health and identifies disease, pest, nutritional, and environmental issues.

Assists with pesticide and fertilizer applications in accordance with applicable regulations and club policies.

Operates and maintains turf equipment and assists with equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.

Monitors and maintains the irrigation system, including troubleshooting irrigation issues and coordinating repairs when necessary.

Assists with water management and environmentally responsible turfgrass practices.

Maintains accurate records of chemical applications, weather conditions, irrigation, maintenance activities, and other agronomic data.

Helps coordinate golf course projects, renovations, and improvement initiatives.

Maintains a clean, safe, organized, and professional work environment.

Communicates effectively with the Superintendent, management, golf operations, and other club departments.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous golf course maintenance experience required; experience at a private club or high-end facility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass management, particularly warm-season grasses and South Florida growing conditions.
• Working knowledge of irrigation systems and water management.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to operate and safely maintain golf course equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to exceptional playing conditions.
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a team.

Education and Experience:

• Degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field preferred.

Certificates/Licenses:

• Florida pesticide applicator certification, or the ability to obtain applicable licenses within a reasonable period.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work outdoors in hot, humid, and changing weather conditions.

Opportunities for advancement within the agronomy operation

Professional development and continuing education opportunities

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
• Additional Compensation - Eligibility for Employee Meals

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 .

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