Assistant Golf Superintendent

Spring Island Club; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Island Club seeks an experienced Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join the Golf Course Maintenance leadership team at Old Tabby Links, Okatie, SC. You will contribute to agronomic programs and daily turf management to deliver championship-quality conditions.

This role emphasizes leadership, safety, and ongoing education while working with a skilled team to maintain exceptional playing conditions and turf health across the course.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and golf course maintenance experience.
• Two to three years of golf course maintenance experience with increasing leadership responsibilities.
• South Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain one within an agreed-upon timeframe.
• Working knowledge of irrigation systems, moisture management, fertilizer programs, pesticide applications, and equipment operation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, safety procedures, and product labels.
• Knowledge of pesticide and fertilizer calibration and application techniques.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing advanced water management strategies.
• Monitor soil moisture levels and interpret agronomic data.
• Assist with fertilizer and pesticide programs including calibration and recordkeeping.
• Evaluate course conditions daily and recommend maintenance modifications.
• Assist with irrigation scheduling and central control system operation.
• Operate and train staff on golf course maintenance equipment.
• Support tournament preparation, cultural practices, and special projects.
• Maintain an organized maintenance facility and fleet.
• Supervise, train, mentor, and motivate staff to maintain club standards.
• Promote safe work practices and ongoing staff development.
• Maintain pesticide application records and licenses.
• Continuing education to stay current with turfgrass management advances.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Reading technical manuals

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field

Tools

Irrigation systems maintenance

Pesticide application equipment

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: SPRING ISLAND CLUB - Okatie, SC 29909Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: General LaborAssistant Golf Course Superintendent

Opportunity

Old Tabby Links at Spring Island Club is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and detail-oriented Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our Golf Course Maintenance leadership team. This position is ideal for a turf professional who is passionate about producing exceptional playing conditions while preparing for a successful career as a Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Responsibilities

Agronomic Management

• Assist in developing and implementing advanced water management strategies that promote healthy turf and exceptional playing conditions.
• Monitor soil moisture levels, collect and interpret agronomic data, and assist with daily adjustments to irrigation and maintenance programs.
• Assist in planning and implementing fertilizer and pesticide programs, including calibration, application, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate course conditions daily and recommend modifications to maintenance practices to optimize turf health and playability.
• Assist with irrigation scheduling and programming, including operation of the central control system and troubleshooting irrigation issues.

Golf Course Operations

• Develop proficiency in all aspects of golf course maintenance and be capable of performing every task required to maintain championship-quality playing conditions.
• Safely operate and train staff on all golf course maintenance equipment, including mowers, sprayers, spreaders, topdressers, rollers, and heavy equipment.
• Assist with tournament preparation, cultural practices, and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient golf course maintenance facility and equipment fleet.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Supervise, train, mentor, and motivate maintenance staff while promoting a culture of teamwork, accountability, and professionalism.
• Assist in planning daily work assignments and ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to club standards.
• Promote safe work practices and participate in ongoing employee training and development.
• Assist with performance coaching, problem-solving, and maintaining a positive work environment.

Environmental Stewardship

• Support the club's environmental stewardship initiatives by ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and best management practices.
• Maintain accurate pesticide application records and all required licenses.
• Participate in continuing education to remain current with advancements in turfgrass management and agronomic practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and golf course maintenance experience.
• Two to three years of golf course maintenance experience with increasing leadership responsibilities.
• South Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or the ability to obtain one within an agreed-upon timeframe.
• Working knowledge of irrigation systems, moisture management, fertilizer programs, pesticide applications, and equipment operation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, safety procedures, and product labels.
• Knowledge of pesticide and fertilizer calibration and application techniques.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent outdoor work in varying weather conditions and involves exposure to wet and humid environments, moving machinery, airborne particles, and approved turf management products. The successful candidate must be capable of safely performing the physical demands associated with golf course maintenance, including lifting, walking, bending, operating equipment, and working extended hours as seasonal conditions require.

Professional Expectations

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent is expected to represent Old Tabby Links and Spring Island Club with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. This position plays a critical role in maintaining exceptional course conditions while fostering a positive, collaborative culture within the Golf Course Maintenance Department.

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