Assistant Golf Course Superintendent: Lead Turf Operations

Brightvie; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k savings plan

Paid holidays (6–9)

Job summary

BrightView is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support the Superintendent in maintaining and operating the golf course. The role acts as a liaison between the company, customer representatives, and the golf shop for daily operations and must respond swiftly to incidents.

You will assist in organizing maintenance, supervising equipment, ordering supplies, and managing staff. The position requires knowledge of agronomy, irrigation, and course readiness, with a pesticide license

Qualifications

• Experience in golf course management and turf culture preferred.
• 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.

Skills

Golf course management

Turf culture

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Administrative skills

Education

Degree in agronomy/horticulture/soil science

Job description

BrightView is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support the Superintendent in maintaining and operating the golf course. The role acts as a liaison between the company, customer representatives, and the golf shop for daily operations and must respond swiftly to incidents.

You will assist in organizing maintenance, supervising equipment, ordering supplies, and managing staff. The position requires knowledge of agronomy, irrigation, and course readiness, with a pesticide license