First Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Providence Country Club

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Country Club in Charlotte, North Carolina is hiring a First Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our agronomy team. This full-time role reports to the Golf Course Superintendent and supports daily maintenance, irrigation management, and staff supervision on our premier course.

The ideal candidate will have 2-4 year turf education, strong problem solving and communication skills, and a background in crew management.

Qualifications

• 2-4 year turf certificate or degree required.
• Previous assistant and/or crew management experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; NC pesticide license training available if needed.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment as part of daily golf course maintenance.
• Irrigation scheduling, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Apply chemicals and fertilizers per approved plans.
• Manage water and moisture for turf health.
• Supervise weekend crews and staff; assist in personnel management.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent to plan short- and long-term goals.
• Oversee maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; monitor equipment use.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Staff management

Crew supervision

Heavy object lifting

Education

Turf Certificate/Degree

2-4 year turf program

Job description

First Assistant Golf Course Superintendent Providence Country Club

First Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Providence Country Club

Details

Location:Charlotte, North Carolina

Type:Full Time

Required Education: 2-4 year Turf Certificate/Degree required. Previous Assistant and/or crew management experience highly preferred. Must have good problem solving and communication skills. Valid Driver’s License required. If you do not have a NC Pesticide License, we will help you obtain one. At McConnell Golf, we strive to bring in good talent, give excellent training, and promote from within.

We are looking for a positive individual with a good attitude to join our Agronomy Team. This key role provides an opportunity for professional growth and development within a dynamic golf course maintenance operation. Aside from basic turf knowledge and golf course maintenance practices, the candidate’s expected responsibilities include, but will not be limited to: operating equipment; irrigation scheduling, troubleshooting, and repairs; chemical and fertilizer applications; water and moisture management; weekend crew supervision; staff management; working closely with Superintendent to help plan and execute short term and long term goals. The Assistant Superintendent is a key position within the department whose input will be expected and valued. The ideal candidate is an honest, hardworking individual who has the drive and ambition to become a Golf Course Superintendent.

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Under the Superintendent’s supervision, the Assistant Superintendent will oversee, direct, and participate in daily maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The Assistant Superintendent may serve in the Superintendent’s capacity during his/her absence. Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment. Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems. Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline. Uphold safety and environmental standards in all aspects of golf course maintenance. May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation. Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls. Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations. Ability to lift heavy objects.

About Providence Country Club

Providence Country Club is part of the McConnell Golf portfolio of courses which includes 17 private clubs stretching across North and South Carolina, and into Tennessee and Virginia. Providence Country Club is part of the McConnell Golf portfolio of courses which includes 16 private clubs stretching across North and South Carolina, and into Tennessee and Virginia. Established in 1989, Providence Country Club is full-service private club located in Charlotte, North Carolina with a very active membership. Its Dan Maples golf course is the center of activity anchored by fourteen tennis courts, state-of-the-art aquatic and fitness facilities as well as modern dining and event spaces. Since joining the McConnell Golf portfolio in 2016, the clubhouse at Providence has enjoyed $1.3 million in upgrades including a new fitness center, kid’s room and Golf Shop, as well as new landscaping to compliment. In 2018, the golf course underwent a $3 million renovation by architect Kris Spence to restore bunkers with Capillary Concrete system, add new and expanded irrigation along with a new pump station for better course conditioning, remove 450 trees throughout the course, and transition the green …