Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Brightvie; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support daily course operations and maintenance. You will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent to ensure the course is well-maintained and compliant with contract requirements.

The role requires knowledge of turf management, irrigation, fertilization, and pesticide regulations, with leadership duties for maintenance staff and coordination with suppliers and the golf shop.

Qualifications

• Experience in golf course management and turf culture preferred
• An awareness of the construction, establishment, and maintenance practices employed on golf course putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers
• A degree or advanced knowledge of agronomy, horticulture, plant, or soil science is preferred
• Aptitude for administrative and executive responsibilities, including effective oral and written communication skills and computer proficiency
• Must obtain and maintain a state-sanctioned pesticide applicator license within 6 months of entry into this job
• Familiar with the characteristics and proper use of fertilizers and soil conditioners
• Knowledge of irrigation, including watering practices, irrigation systems, pumps, wells, and automatic controls and drainage
• Able to prepare the course for play in accordance with the rules of golf
• Evaluate the course from the player's perspective

Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in the organization and direct maintenance of all areas within the scope and according to the technical specifications of the contract
• Supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of all equipment assigned to the course
• Procure and manage supplies and materials to support maintenance activities
• Manage golf course maintenance employees
• Provide valuable input on the interview, hiring, training, discipline, and separation process
• Protect the company’s interest through an awareness of and compliance with all applicable regulations, including course and company policies
• Administer all aspects of the BrightView Safety Program and the BV360 Management program
• Represent BrightView Golf Maintenance positively and professionally, including attitude, appearance, and public relations
• Meet or exceed external and internal customer expectations

Education

A degree or advanced knowledge of agronomy, horticulture, plant, or soil science is preferred

Job description

Description

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Job Summary

• The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent and is responsible for executing the Superintendent’s job duties in the superintendent's absence. The Superintendent is entrusted with the maintenance,operation, and management of the golf course. This position serves as a liaison between the company,the customer representative, and the golf shop on matters related to daily course operations. The Superintendent is easilycontacted and also remains in contact with key employees on the golf course at all times. The Assistant Superintendent must be able to respond quickly to any situation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Superintendent in the organization and direct maintenance of all areas within the scope and according to the technical specifications of the contract
• Supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of all equipment assigned to the course
• Procure and manage supplies and materials to support maintenance activities
• Manage golf course maintenance employees
• Provide valuable input on the interview, hiring, training, discipline, and separation process
• Protect the company’s interest through an awareness of and compliance with all applicable regulations, including course and company policies
• Administer all aspects of the BrightView Safety Program and the BV360 Management program
• Represent BrightView Golf Maintenance positively and professionally, including attitude, appearance, and public relations
• Meet or exceed external and internal customer expectations

Education and Experience:

• Experience in golf course management and turf culture preferred
• An awareness of the construction, establishment, and maintenance practices employed on golf course putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers
• A degree or advanced knowledge of agronomy, horticulture, plant, or soil science is preferred
• Aptitude for administrative and executive responsibilities, including effective oral and written communication skills and computer proficiency
• Must obtain and maintain a state-sanctioned pesticide applicator license within 6 months of entry into this job
• Familiar with the characteristics and proper use of fertilizers and soil conditioners
• Knowledge of irrigation, including watering practices, irrigation systems, pumps, wells, and automatic controls and drainage
• Able to prepare the course for play in accordance with the rules of golf
• Evaluate the course from the player's perspective

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Constant operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, photocopier, and computer printer
• Ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of walking, standing, and kneeling
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment:

• Work in an indoor office and also outdoors during site walkthroughs and site supervision duties

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.