Assistant Superintendent

Troon Golf, LLC; Washington; Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Gamble Sands in Brewster, WA, part of Troon Golf, is seeking a Full-Time Assistant Superintendent to join our agronomy leadership team. You will support the Golf Course Superintendent and Director of Agronomy in daily operations, maintenance, and crew supervision across the course and club facilities.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in golf course maintenance, a Turfgrass-related degree, and preferably a state pesticide license with 90 days to obtain.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of golf course maintenance experience.
• Valid State Pesticide Applicator License or able to obtain within 90 days.
• Proficiency with Excel/Word, irrigation systems, and complex mechanical equipment.
• GCSAA membership or path toward it.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise the daily tasks of the grounds crew, foremen, and technicians.
• Calibrate, operate, and track chemical and fertilizer sprayers in accordance with safety regulations.
• Oversee moisture monitoring, watering, scheduling, and system repairs.
• Manage daily course setup, tournament preparation, and conditioning standards for top playability.
• Assist with recordkeeping, safety training documentation, and budgets.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Excel/Word

Irrigation systems

Complex mechanical equipment

GCSAA membership or path toward it

Education

2-4 year degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field

Tools

Irrigation central control systems

Equipment maintenance tools

Job description

Gamble Sands in Brewster, WA is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Full-Time 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 will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour

Job Overview:

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent is a key member of the property’s agronomy leadership team. This role directly supports the Golf Course Superintendent and Director of Agronomy in managing day-to-day operations, maintenance, and crew supervision across the golf course, clubhouse grounds, and facilities. The ideal candidate is a passionate, detail-oriented professional looking to advance their career in turfgrass management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Crew Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise the daily tasks of the grounds crew, foremen, and technicians.
• Agronomic Applications: Calibrate, operate, and track chemical and fertilizer sprayers in compliance with safety regulations.
• Irrigation Management: Oversee moisture monitoring, hand watering, scheduling, system troubleshooting, and hardware repairs.
• Course Preparation: Manage daily course setup, tournament preparation, and conditioning standards to ensure top playability.
• Administrative Support: Assist with recordkeeping, safety training documentation, and managing operating and capital budgets.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: A 2-to-4-year degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Experience: 2–4 years of experience in golf course maintenance, with preference given to prior supervisory or specialized technician roles.
• Licensing: Possession of (or the ability to obtain within 90 days) a valid State Pesticide Applicator License.
• Technical Skills: General proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Word, irrigation central control systems, and complex mechanical equipment.
• Professional Affiliation: Current membership (or a path toward it) in the GCSAA or local regional chapters.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Requires working long hours, early mornings, weekends, and holidays according to seasonal needs.

Heavy physical labor involved, including walking, lifting up to 50 lbs, and exposure to fluctuating outdoor weather conditions.

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 of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.

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.

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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