Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Turfgrass LLC. on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is seeking an experienced supervisor to assist Superintendents and manage a crew of 20+ employees. You will coordinate daily assignments, oversee irrigation repairs, and ensure fertilizer and pesticide applications meet label requirements.

The role emphasizes turfgrass management knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to work long hours in variable weather conditions to maintain tournament-quality grounds.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of turf, soil, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and long hours.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist a crew of 20+ employees.
• Maintain pristine, tournament-quality golf course grounds.
• Direct repairs to irrigation systems and equipment.
• Apply and log fertilizer and pesticide applications per labels.
• Ensure safety and environmental standards are followed.

Skills

Turfgrass knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Attention to detail

Education

Turfgrass Management/Agronomy degree

Job description

Location:Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Type:Full Time

Preferred Education:

Associates Degree

This position is responsible for assisting the Superintendents in supervising crew, dispersing daily crew work assignments, and participating in the maintenance of the golf courses.

• Ensures golf course grounds are maintained at pristine, tournament quality conditions
• Assists in supervising and training a crew of 20 plus employees
• Maintains and directs repairs to irrigation system
• Ensures that all fertilizer and pesticide applications are applied and recorded according to the product label
• Operates and maintains golf course equipment when necessary
• Follows all state and local safety and environmental standards
• Other duties as directed.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Extensive knowledge of turf, soil, fertilizers, pesticides, golf course equipment and irrigation technology
• Possess strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work flexible schedule and long hours when necessary
• Keen attention to detail and strong sense of urgency

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

• 2 or 4 year degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Facilities Maintenance or related field preferred but not mandatory
• SC Certified pesticide applicators license or able to obtain one within 60 days.

SENSORY/PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Endure long hours of being exposed to all types of weather conditions
• Required to walk and stand for lengthy periods of time
• Frequently requires the ability to bend, squat, twist, kneel, and climb
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-70 lbs.

About Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
Since 1978, Greenwood has achieved success because of the steady, consistent, and reliable service to our customers, our guests, and our communities. Today, we lead the commercial rental market in Uptown Greenwood with a management portfolio that includes space to meet nearly every business need. Our mission today remains the same as in 1978: we consistently strive to create memorable places that foster meaningful and fulfilling lives. Our philosophy: Exceed the expectations of our customers on every level.