Assistant in Training

TurfNet; Hartville (OH); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental insurance

401 K with company match

Meals on duty

Golfing & fishing privileges

Dues paid for local & national assoc.

Uniforms

Continuing education

Job summary

Congress Lake Club in Hartville, Ohio, seeks an assistant-in-training to support turf maintenance on our 18-hole private course near Canton/Akron. You’ll learn hands-on leadership and daily operations in a beautiful setting.

You will gain experience with irrigation management, Toro equipment, GPS sprayers, and pesticide/fertilizer applications, while pursuing a turf-related degree. This role offers growth and commitment to the turf industry.

Qualifications

• Golf course experience or landscaping experience with interest in turf management.
• Hands-on leadership and training experience preferred.
• Pesticide license possible; willingness to obtain license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily course maintenance under supervision of superintendent.
• Oversee water management with irrigation systems and equipment.
• Assist with pesticide and fertilizer applications and safety protocols.
• Support team training and developing staff skills.

Skills

Golf course experience

Landscaping experience

Team leadership

Employee training

Education

2 or 4 year degree in turf or related field

Tools

Toro equipment

GPS sprayers

Rain Bird irrigation system

Job description

We're looking for a highly motivated person who wants to take the next step in their career and excel in the turf industry to be the assistant-in-training for a beautiful and scenic 18-hole course in a private community, located conveniently near the Canton/Akron area. Designed by Willy Park, and then later redesigned by Donald Ross, the course is part of a full-service club and is situated around a tranquil 200-acre kettle lake. As assistant-in-training, you'll work closely with superintendent and assistant superintendent in all aspects of daily course maintenance.

You’ll gain hands- on experience with team leadership and employee training; overseeing water management with our new rain bird irrigation system and newly purchased sizable package of Toro equipment, including two state-of-the-art GPS sprayers; and working with pesticide and fertilizer applications, among other opportunities.

With 12,000 rounds of golf played annually, our course offers the ability to learn and grow in a professional, supportive and top-tier environment. If you're passionate about turf management and eager to grow in your field, we'd love to hear from you.

Employment Type

Full-time

Paid time off

• Health & Dental insurance
• 401 K with company match
• Meals while on duty
• Golfing & fishing privileges
• Dues paid for local & national associations
• Uniforms
• Continuing education

Experience Requirements

Golf course experience highly recommended or landscaping experience with wanting to move into turf management

Educational Requirements

2 or 4 year degree in turf or related field or working toward that degree

Special Requirements

• Lookin for an individual who wants to advance in the turfgrass industry.
• Must be able obtain a pesticide license

From $22 to $24 per hour

Overtime Available

Yes

Date Job is Available

April 13, 2026

Company Name

Congress Lake Club

Address

Hartville, Stark County, Ohio, 44632, United States

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