Bear Course Superintendent — Elite Private Club, Fort Myers

Genesis Distribution; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

PTO

401(k) retirement plan with club match

Golfing privileges

Uniforms

Complimentary employee meals

Job summary

The Forest Country Club is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent for the Bear Course in Fort Myers, FL. You’ll oversee daily agronomic operations and lead the maintenance team to uphold championship-quality conditions for our private club.

You will manage bermudagrass greens and paspalum tees, supervise staff, and collaborate with the Director of Agronomy on budgets, irrigation, and resource planning to ensure top-tier course play."

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in turfgrass management, agronomy, or horticulture (preferred).
• 3–5 years of progressive golf course maintenance experience at a high-end private club.
• Bermudagrass and paspalum expertise in SW Florida preferred but not required.
• Florida Commercial Fertilizer Applicator Certificate and Florida Restricted Use Pesticide License or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive turf management programs for TifEagle bermudagrass and Platinum TE paspalum.
• Lead, train, and schedule the Assistant Superintendent and crew; foster safety and efficiency.
• Oversee irrigation, water quality, and the course's complex system across lakes and streams.
• Collaborate with the Director of Agronomy on budgets and resource efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Detail-oriented

Record-keeping

Education

Turfgrass Management degree

Agronomy degree

Horticulture degree

GCSAA Class A certification

Tools

Rain Bird irrigation systems

Toro irrigation systems

Two-wire irrigation control

Budgeting tools

Job description

The Forest Country Club is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent for the Bear Course in Fort Myers, FL. You’ll oversee daily agronomic operations and lead the maintenance team to uphold championship-quality conditions for our private club.

You will manage bermudagrass greens and paspalum tees, supervise staff, and collaborate with the Director of Agronomy on budgets, irrigation, and resource planning to ensure top-tier course play."