Golf Course Assistant Superintendent - Turf Ops Lead

Sowela; Newark, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Deerfield Golf Club in Newark, DE, part of Troon, seeks an Assistant Superintendent eager to contribute and grow within a fast-paced, hospitality-focused property group. The role involves assisting in maintenance operations, budgeting, and daily supervision of staff to uphold course quality and safety standards.

The successful candidate will support planning and execution of greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers projects, oversee equipment upkeep, and ensure compliance with all regulations and

Responsibilities

• Works with the Superintendent to maintain and follow the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.
• Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.
• Assists in planning, organizing and directing maintenance and construction of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervises planting and cultural practices for turf grasses, trees and ornamental plants.
• Ensures construction equipment is properly maintained.
• Assists in procurement of supplies and ensures costs stay within budget.
• Keeps records of maintenance activities and costs and assists with required reports.
• Follows purchasing procedures using preferred vendors when possible.
• Reconciles and codes invoices, payroll and other documents.
• Coordinates snow removal (location dependent).
• Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed including regulatory compliance.
• Ensures associates obtain proper licenses to perform tasks safely and within regulations; addresses environmental concerns.
• Manages department members that may include: Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate and develops ongoing training programs.

Job description

Deerfield Golf Club in Newark, DE, part of Troon, seeks an Assistant Superintendent eager to contribute and grow within a fast-paced, hospitality-focused property group. The role involves assisting in maintenance operations, budgeting, and daily supervision of staff to uphold course quality and safety standards.

The successful candidate will support planning and execution of greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers projects, oversee equipment upkeep, and ensure compliance with all regulations and