Golf Course Foreman: Lead Turf Team & Course Upgrades

Fiddler's Elbow; Bedminster Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and schedule

Club privileges: golf, paddle, tennis,

Paid sick leave

401(k) plan

Healthcare benefits

Vacation/holidays

Job summary

Fiddler’s Elbow in Bedminster, NJ is seeking a hands-on Golf Course Foreman to lead the maintenance crew and uphold championship course conditions.

You will supervise daily tasks, plan improvements, monitor turf health, and train staff, while embracing outdoor work in all weather and schedules. This role offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and clear paths for advancement within our private club environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in golf course maintenance or turf management.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in operating heavy equipment and maintenance machinery safely.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and turf watering practices.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and a detail-oriented mindset.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by golf course operations.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus to help connect with and guide our diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily work assignments for the maintenance staff. Provide clear direction, foster strong team morale, and ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Assist in planning and executing major course improvement projects, including drainage installation, bunker renovations, landscaping, and course construction.
• Monitor turf health, manage hand-watering routines during dry periods, and assist with irrigation system troubleshooting and repairs.
• Safely operate heavy machinery (mowers, tractors, loaders) and take charge of training new and seasonal staff on proper equipment operation and safety protocols.
• Mentor crew members, reinforce best practices in turf management, and encourage the professional growth of your team.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Heavy equipment operation

Irrigation knowledge

Communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Flexibility (weekends/holidays)

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Loaders

Job description

Fiddler’s Elbow in Bedminster, NJ is seeking a hands-on Golf Course Foreman to lead the maintenance crew and uphold championship course conditions.

You will supervise daily tasks, plan improvements, monitor turf health, and train staff, while embracing outdoor work in all weather and schedules. This role offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and clear paths for advancement within our private club environment.