Golf Course Superintendent

Ironhorse Golf Club; Tuscola (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ironhorse Golf Club is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent to oversee maintenance and operations, ensuring top-quality playability. You will lead grounds staff, manage turf, landscaping and irrigation, and develop maintenance programs.

The role includes budgeting, equipment orders, and coordinating with management to meet player needs. A deep agronomy knowledge and problem-solving ability are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field.
• Experience in golf course maintenance management.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass maintenance practices and irrigation systems.
• Experience in budget management and staff supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve.
• Knowledge of pest and weed control strategies.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and operations of the golf course to ensure quality and playability.
• Manage a team of groundskeepers, technicians, and staff for turf, landscaping, and irrigation.
• Develop turf management programs, schedule tasks, and ensure environmental compliance.
• Budgeting, ordering equipment and supplies, and coordinating with golf course management.

Skills

Turfgrass maintenance

Irrigation systems

Budget management

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Problem solving

Pest & weed control

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management/Agronomy

Job description

As a Golf Course Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operations of the golf course to ensure the highest standards of quality and playability.

You will manage a team of groundskeepers, technicians, and other staff to maintain the course's turf, landscaping, and irrigation systems. Your duties will include developing and implementing turf management programs, scheduling maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Additionally, you will be in charge of budgeting, ordering equipment and supplies, and coordinating with golf course mangement to meet the needs of players. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of agronomy, irrigation, and pest management practices specific to golf course maintenance.

Additionally, you will be in charge of hiring, training, and scheduling maintenance staff. The ideal candidate will have a passion for golf course management, a deep understanding of agronomy, and the ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field
• Experience in golf course maintenance management
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass maintenance practices and irrigation systems
• Experience in budget management and staff supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve
• Knowledge of pest and weed control strategies
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays