Foreman - Golf

by Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Government Resources, Inc. seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to supervise the maintenance of the golf course, irrigation systems, and related facilities. You will lead a team of maintenance staff and seasonal workers and serve as acting supervisor when the Golf Course Superintendent is unavailable.

The position requires strong management and problem-solving abilities, knowledge of soil tests, irrigation control systems, and safe operation of grounds equipment in an outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent with 5 years in golf course maintenance and 2+ years supervisory experience.
• 2-year Turf Grass Management certificate or 4-year degree in agronomy/horticulture with turf focus; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance staff and seasonal crew.
• Maintain golf course, equipment, irrigation, and facilities.
• Act as Golf Course Superintendent in absence of the Superintendent.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Soil test interpretation

Aerification/topdressing/verticutting

Irrigation systems knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Public interaction

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Turf grass mgmt cert

B.S. in agronomy/horticulture (turf focus)

Tools

Tractors

Mowing equipment (reel/rotary)

String trimmers

Utility carts

Chainsaws

Job description

Compensation - $24.60/hr

Position open until filled.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

This is a working supervisory position that involves a combination of duties including; supervision, maintenance and agronomic management of the golf course, maintenance equipment, irrigation systems, vehicles, related buildings/facilities and perform the daily activities necessary to perform the functions of the position. Acts as the Golf Course Superintendent in the absence of the Golf Course Superintendent. Directs team of maintenance workers and seasonal staff in maintaining the golf course.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Act in absence of Superintendent/develop as a future superintendent
• Ability to read soil test reports, and act upon those results.
• Skilled in aerification, topdressing, verticutting, and slicing practices
• Skilled in arborological practices
• Skilled in irrigation computer, field satellite controllers, timing, and quantity of water applied
• Skilled in operations of the irrigation pump station
• Knowledge of golf course maintenance operations
• Skills in oral and written communication
• Ability to instruct others in the techniques of golf course maintenance
• Ability to service and make minor repairs to equipment and to know safety standards to prevent hazards
• Ability to operate grounds maintenance equipment such as mower and trimmers
• Ability to meet and work with the public in a friendly and courteous manner
• Knowledge of golf equipment and supplies
• Ability to coordinate course maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of current federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting golf course operation and environmental management
• Ability to executive in terms of problem solving and decision-making
• Knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting the management of a golf course including environmental standards

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or its equivalent, and five years of experience in golf course maintenance and at least two years of experience in a supervisory capacity preferred; must have proven management and problem solving skills.

2 year program certificate for turf grass management and/or 4 year degree in agronomy or horticulture with a turf grass management focus.

OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to complete the job will be considered.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A Valid Class C Texas driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record

Texas Department of Agriculture Spray License or ability to obtain within six (6) months,

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND SAFETY HAZARDS

Primarily in an outdoor environment with the ability to operate indoors when needed. May be exposed to extreme heat and cold during summer and winter months.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Tractors, reel-type and rotary mowing equipment, string trimmers, utility carts, chain saws, etc.