Assistant Superintendent

Troon; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Troon, a global leader in golf and community management, seeks an Assistant Superintendent for Southern Trace Country Club in Shreveport, LA. The role oversees golf course maintenance, coordinates budgeting with the Superintendent, and leads a team to keep greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers in top condition.

Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 based on experience. Prior agronomy or turfgrass background and strong supervision skills are preferred for success in this hospitality-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agronomy/ horticulture/ plant/soil science preferred.
• 3–4 years of related experience and/or training in golf course maintenance.
• Equivalent education/experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and construction of the golf course to standards.
• Manage annual maintenance budget and capital plans with Superintendent.
• Supervise staff in daily duties and training programs.
• Plan placement of greens, tees, fairways, roughs and bunkers; coordinate equipment needs.
• Procure supplies and track costs within budget; keep records and reports.
• Maintain safety, licensing and regulatory compliance; ensure training.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Planning & organizing

English language

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in agronomy/ horticulture/ plant/soil science

AA/Associate degree or equivalent with 3–4 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Southern Trace CC
200 Southern Trace Pkwy
Shreveport, LA 71106, USA

Southern Trace CC
200 Southern Trace Pkwy
Shreveport, LA 71106, USA

Southern Trace Country Club, located in Shreveport, LA, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for an Assistant Superintendent! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation: $75,000 to $85,000 (Based on Experience)

General Purpose:

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 prepares 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:

• Bachelors degree, Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from 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.

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Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

• Ability to read and speak English is required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates are required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

About Troon

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com .

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