Assistant Superintendent, Boca West Country Club

BoardRoom magazine; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Sick time

Uniforms

Lunch provided

Golf privileges

Paid healthcare

Job summary

Boca West Country Club, located in Boca Raton, FL, seeks a GCM Assistant Superintendent to support daily course maintenance and long-term planning under the Superintendent. The role emphasizes playability, aesthetics, and environmental stewardship, with opportunities for growth within a premier golf facility.

The successful candidate will have 2–3 years in supervision, a related degree, and knowledge of turfgrass science, irrigation, and pest management; pesticide license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or assistant role in golf course maintenance.
• Degree or certificate in turfgrass management or related field.
• Knowledge of horticulture, turfgrass science, irrigation systems, and pest management.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in managing daily course maintenance operations (mowing, fertilization, aeration, pest control).
• Supervise maintenance staff to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality standards.
• Monitor and adjust irrigation systems for optimal turf health and water conservation.
• Plan and execute seasonal maintenance programs and projects.
• Maintain records of chemical applications, maintenance schedules, and costs.

Skills

GCM supervision

Irrigation operation

Pest and disease management

Safety compliance

Leadership & training

Education

Turfgrass management or related degree/certification

Job description

OVERVIEW: Boca West Country Club is seeking a dedicated and experienced GCM Assistant Superintendent to support the daily operations and long-term planning of one of our premier golf courses. The ideal candidate will assist in overseeing maintenance activities, ensuring the course meets the highest standards of playability, aesthetics, and environmental stewardship. We foster a workplace that provides hands on experience and has a culture of promoting from within.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in managing daily course maintenance operations, including mowing, irrigation, fertilization, aeration, pest control, and turf management.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of maintenance staff, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality standards are met.
• Monitor and adjust irrigation systems to maintain optimal turf health and water conservation.
• Implement and follow best practices for turf management, including disease and pest prevention.
• Assist in planning and executing seasonal maintenance programs and projects.
• Maintain accurate records of chemical applications, maintenance schedules, and operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and club policies.
• Collaborate with course management and staff to improve course conditions and guest experience.
• Participate in staff training and development to promote a knowledgeable and motivated team.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as directed by the Superintendent.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel reach with hands and arms, talk, hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to extreme heat (non-weather).
• Proven experience in golf course maintenance or groundskeeping, with a minimum of 2-3 years in a supervisory or assistant role
• Degree or certificate in related field of study
• Knowledge of horticulture, turfgrass science, irrigation systems, and pest management.
• Valid pesticide license or ability to obtain one upon hire (state-specific requirements).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

About Boca West Country Club

Boca West CC is a private, member owned facility located in Boca Raton, FL. The facility has 4 championship golf courses and one 9 hole par 3 course. The club currently has 6000 members and in addition to the golf course amenities, members have a lifestyle center, aquatic center, pickleball and tennis courts and 6 different restaurants to choose from. The agronomy department is comprised of 110 full time employees. Benefits include PTO and sick time, uniforms, lunch, paid healthcare for the working individual and golf privileges. Boca West is currently working with Fry/Straka renovating the former Palmer 1 course. The club has current plans to renovate the remaining 3 courses over the next several years. Fazio 2 and Dye 4 have both been regrassed recently with Bimini Bermudagrass and have been master planned for future renovation. Palmer 3 has plans to be renovated in the upcoming years. This will be a complete renovation involving new greens, bunkers, irrigation, pump station, cart paths and grass type.