Foreman - Golf

Gfoat; Cleburne (TX); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Texas seeks a hands-on Golf Course Superintendent to oversee agronomic management and daily maintenance of the golf course, equipment, irrigation systems, and facilities. The role acts as Superintendent in their absence and directs a team of maintenance workers and seasonal staff.

Requirements include high school diploma, 5+ years in golf course maintenance with supervisory experience, and turf grass management credentials or degree. Texas licenses and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• 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 execute 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance crew and seasonal staff to maintain the golf course.
• Direct daily maintenance activities including equipment, irrigation, vehicles, and facilities.
• Fill in as Golf Course Superintendent in their absence.
• Coordinate course maintenance and repair to ensure high-quality play.
• Develop and implement agronomic programs based on soil and environmental data.
• Ensure safety standards and regulatory compliance are met.
• Serve as a liaison with public and golf stakeholders.

Skills

Supervision

Soil tests

Irrigation systems

Equipment maintenance

Safety standards

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

5 years golf course maintenance experience & 2 years supervisory

Turf grass management certificate (2-year)

4-year degree in agronomy/horticulture (turf focus)

Tools

Irrigation controls

Mower equipment

Tractors

Power tools

Job description

Compensation - $24.00/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.