Assistant Superintendent

Troon International; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental,

Job summary

Esplanade at St Marys in St Mary, GA is seeking a full-time Assistant Superintendent to oversee golf course maintenance and construction, partnering with the Superintendent to protect turf and ensure quality.

The role requires 3–4 years in golf course maintenance, a degree, and strong budgeting, scheduling, and staff training skills; responsibilities include managing greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher; degree in agronomy/ horticulture/ plant/ soil science preferred.
• 3–4 years related experience in golf course maintenance or equivalent.
• Ability to manage budgets and capital plans; strong planning and leadership.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and construction of golf course; ensure turf repair and maintenance to standards.
• Plan, organize and direct maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervise maintenance staff and coordinate training and orientation of new associates.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and costs; assist with reports and purchasing procedures.
• Coordinate snow removal as location requires; ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Budget management

Maintenance scheduling

Staff training

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Agronomy/ horticulture/ plant/ soil science preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Esplanade at St Marys, St. Marys Road, St. Mary, GA 31558, USA

Esplanade at St Marys, located in St Mary, GA, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full‑time Assistant Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management. Oversees the maintenance and construction of the golf course (or courses) and ensures that turf grass is repaired and maintained to established standards.

Works with the Superintendent to ensure that the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans are maintained and followed.

Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.

Assists in the planning, organizing and direction of the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.

Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees and ornamental plants.

Ensures that construction equipment is properly maintained.

Assists in the procurement of supplies and materials and ensures costs remain within budgetary limitations.

Keeps records of annual maintenance activities and costs and assists with the preparation of required reports.

Follows sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.

Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices, payroll and other required documents.

Coordinates snow removal (depending upon facility location).

Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed including compliance with government regulations.

Ensures associates obtain proper license needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations. Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.

Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.

Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.

Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.

Regular and reliable attendance.

Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree, associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a four or two‑year college or technical school; three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Degree preference in agronomy/ horticulture/ plant/soil science).

Physical Demands: Regularly stands, walks and sits. Regularly uses hands, reaches with arms and hands, talks or hears. Occasionally climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, tastes or smells. Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, fumes and/or airborne particles. Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions. Noise level is moderate.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Compensation: Annual salary based on level of experience.

Benefits & Other Compensation: This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.