Golf Course Maintenance Lead

St Mary's County Government; Mechanicsville (MD); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s County Government is seeking a dedicated on-site Grounds Supervisor to manage daily golf course maintenance, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality playing conditions. Responsibilities include turf management, irrigation system operation, and coordinating maintenance crews to support course operations.

The role emphasizes leading the on-site team in the Superintendent's absence, maintaining equipment, and assisting with budget planning to sustain course operations and safety

Qualifications

• Associates degree or two+ years in related field.
• Must possess Maryland Pesticide Applicator certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Position is safety-sensitive; drug and alcohol testing required.

Responsibilities

• Manage turf maintenance including mowing, fertilization, chemical applications.
• Lead maintenance efforts in the absence of the Course Superintendent.
• Supervise personnel in maintenance tasks and ensure safety.
• Operate all heavy equipment and train others on safe use.

Skills

Turf grass culture

Course conditioning

Irrigation systems

Staff supervision

Equipment operation

Budget planning

Record keeping

Education

Associates degree

2+ years experience

Maryland Pesticide Applicator

Job description

St Mary’s County Government is seeking a dedicated on-site Grounds Supervisor to manage daily golf course maintenance, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality playing conditions. Responsibilities include turf management, irrigation system operation, and coordinating maintenance crews to support course operations.

The role emphasizes leading the on-site team in the Superintendent's absence, maintaining equipment, and assisting with budget planning to sustain course operations and safety