Golf Course Assistant Superintendent

BENCHMARK; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Golf Course Assistant Superintendent to support the Golf Course Superintendent in daily maintenance of the course, grounds, irrigation systems, equipment, and landscape areas.

This role emphasizes high standards of playability, appearance, and environmental stewardship, with duties including supervising staff, planning mowing and turf practices, monitoring turf condition and irrigation, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous golf course maintenance or turf-management experience preferred.
• Associate degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass maintenance, irrigation, fertilizers, pesticides, and cultural practices.
• Experience operating and maintaining golf course maintenance equipment.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and work effectively with a diverse maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Golf Course Superintendent with daily golf course maintenance and agronomic operations.
• Supervise and direct maintenance staff during assigned shifts and projects.
• Plan and execute mowing, trimming, edging, aeration, topdressing, fertilization, and other turf-management practices.
• Monitor turf conditions, irrigation needs, pests, diseases, and overall course health.
• Assist with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of irrigation systems.
• Help calibrate and safely operate chemical and fertilizer application equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of chemical applications, maintenance activities, weather conditions, and equipment use.
• Assist with scheduling and prioritizing daily maintenance activities based on course conditions and golf schedules.
• Inspect and maintain turf, bunkers, tees, fairways, greens, roughs, landscaping, and other course areas.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and ensure machinery is properly cleaned, serviced, and stored.
• Train, supervise, and provide direction to seasonal and full‑time maintenance employees.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, pesticide, environmental, and workplace regulations.
• Assist with special projects, course improvements, construction, drainage, landscaping, and renovation work.
• Communicate effectively with the Golf Course Superintendent, golf professional staff, management, and other departments.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Turf management

Irrigation systems

Pesticide application

Equipment maintenance

Supervision

Organization

Education

Associate degree / certificate in Turfgrass Management or related field

Job description

About our property:

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services.

With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and the Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

Golf Course Assistant Superintendent Position Summary

The Golf Course Assistant Superintendent supports the Golf Course Superintendent in the daily maintenance and management of the golf course, grounds, irrigation systems, equipment, and landscape areas. This position helps ensure that the course is maintained to a high standard of playability, appearance, and environmental stewardship.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the Golf Course Superintendent with daily golf course maintenance and agronomic operations.
• Supervise and direct maintenance staff during assigned shifts and projects.
• Plan and execute mowing, trimming, edging, aeration, topdressing, fertilization, and other turf-management practices.
• Monitor turf conditions, irrigation needs, pests, diseases, and overall course health.
• Assist with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of irrigation systems.
• Help calibrate and safely operate chemical and fertilizer application equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of chemical applications, maintenance activities, weather conditions, and equipment use.
• Assist with scheduling and prioritizing daily maintenance activities based on course conditions and golf schedules.
• Inspect and maintain turf, bunkers, tees, fairways, greens, roughs, landscaping, and other course areas.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and ensure machinery is properly cleaned, serviced, and stored.
• Train, supervise, and provide direction to seasonal and full‑time maintenance employees.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, pesticide, environmental, and workplace regulations.
• Assist with special projects, course improvements, construction, drainage, landscaping, and renovation work.
• Communicate effectively with the Golf Course Superintendent, golf professional staff, management, and other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous golf course maintenance or turf-management experience preferred.
• Associate degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass maintenance, irrigation, fertilizers, pesticides, and cultural practices.
• Experience operating and maintaining golf course maintenance equipment.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and work effectively with a diverse maintenance team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in changing weather and course conditions.
• Valid driver's license required.
• State pesticide applicator certification, or the ability to obtain certification, preferred/required depending on location.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in heat, humidity, rain, and other weather conditions. Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, and operate equipment for extended periods. Ability to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules as required by golf course operations.

What are we looking for?

Compensation: - Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

About our property:

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.