Assistant Superintendent

Make Golf Your Career; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Make Golf Your Career is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to support daily golf course maintenance operations, irrigation scheduling, and regulatory compliance on the club grounds. The role involves overseeing crew tasks, training staff on technical skills and safety, and ensuring proper equipment use and maintenance.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in maintenance, pesticide licensing, and an associate degree in turf-related fields, with a willingness to work outdoors and weekends as

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Golf Course Maintenance.
• Current State Pesticide Applicators License or completion within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Associates degree preferred in Turf Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of golf course operations and equipment.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs and work outdoors in extreme temperatures.
• Occasional weekend/holiday hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist agronomic direction for grasses, trees, wetlands, and club grounds.
• Coordinate chemical treatments with regulatory compliance.
• Support crew supervision including scheduling and task assignment.
• Provide hands-on training adhering to OSHA standards.
• Ensure safe use and maintenance of golf course equipment.
• Assist in maintenance programs per supervisor guidance.
• Attend management meetings to review operations and safety.
• Participate in additional tasks as directed by management.
• Follow all policies and procedures.
• Maintain professionalism in interactions with members and staff.
• Follow safe work practices and encourage others to do the same.
• Pursue required certifications relevant to the role.
• Address challenges with regional and corporate teams.

Skills

Pesticide application

Team supervision

Safety awareness

Regulatory compliance

Irrigation systems knowledge

OSHA standards

Education

Associates degree in Turf Management/Agronomy/Horticulture

Tools

Golf course equipment knowledge

Chemicals management software

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Superintendent supports the daily operations of the Golf Course Maintenance department, including turfgrass and plant material maintenance, property and asset management, and expense forecasting. This role schedules and maintains irrigation systems, applies pesticides, keeps accurate records, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements as directed by the Superintendent.

Experience Required

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Golf Course Maintenance.
• Current State Pesticide Applicators License or successfully completed within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Preferred: An associates degree in Turf Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
• Preferred: General knowledge of business administration practices and golf course operations practices and procedures.
• Preferred: Strong technical knowledge of all equipment, products, and resources related to Golf Course Operations.
• Preferred: Ability to implement these resources to meet or exceed company and club standards.
• Primarily works outdoors with frequent exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures and humidity.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb ladders, squat/kneel, reach, grasp, push/pull, twist/bend, and lift/carry up to 100 lbs.
• Attendance requirements as outlined on the weekly schedule, with additional hours including weekends and/or holidays as needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the 1st Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent in providing agronomic direction for the healthy growth of all grasses, trees, wetlands, and other plant materials on the golf course and clubhouse grounds.
• Coordinate the application and documentation of chemical treatments, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support the 1st Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent in overseeing the crew, including scheduling and assigning tasks as directed.
• Provide hands-on training to employees in technical skills, operations, and safety, adhering to OSHA standards and club protocols.
• Ensure the safe use and proper maintenance of golf course mechanical equipment.
• Assist in implementing maintenance programs established by the 1st Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent.
• Participate in regular meetings with management and staff to review operations, maintenance, golf activities, and address safety and environmental concerns.
• Assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
• Follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same.
• Take initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to the role.
• Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
• Attend daily briefings and actively engage in required activities to stay informed and contribute to the team's success.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and leave programs