Golf Course Superintendent Hidden Valley Golf Club

Genesis Distribution; Lawrenceburg (IN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hidden Valley Golf Club in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent for full-time leadership of course maintenance, agronomy, and grounds operations. You will direct a team responsible for turf quality, irrigation, equipment reliability, and landscaping to meet high playability and appearance standards.

The role requires pesticide license, a turfgrass-related degree (preferred), and 3–5 years of golf course maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Current state-issued pesticide/herbicide applicator license required at time of hire.
• Degree or certification in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 3–5 years of golf course maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of turfgrass science, irrigation systems, and maintenance equipment.
• Experience supervising and developing maintenance staff preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under changing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily course maintenance programs, including mowing, fertilization, irrigation, and pest management.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate all maintenance staff. Previous experience supervising and developing maintenance staff preferred.
• Monitor irrigation system performance and direct the manual watering crew
• Maintain safety standards and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Prepare and monitor the annual maintenance budget.
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Golf on course conditions and progress.
• Supervise the mechanics crew to keep equipment, machinery, and vehicles safe and reliable.
• Oversee the landscaping crew’s planting, pruning, and grounds upkeep.
• Coordinate general maintenance staff on mowing, bunker care, and routine turf upkeep.
• Supervise the watering crew on irrigation scheduling.
• Supervise seasonal laborers during peak season, including training and oversight

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Independence & multitasking

Education

Turfgrass Management degree

Agronomy certification

Tools

Irrigation systems

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Internal Number:Hidden Valley Golf Club

Location: Lawrenceburg, Indiana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 per year, depending on experience
Reports To: Director of Golf / POA Leadership

About the Role

Hidden Valley Golf Club is hiring a Golf Course Superintendent to lead all aspects of course maintenance, agronomy, and grounds operations. The Superintendent directs a team responsible for turf quality, irrigation, equipment reliability, and landscaping, ensuring the course consistently meets high playability and appearance standards.This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving the daily golf experience for members and guests.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and execute daily course maintenance programs, including mowing, fertilization, irrigation, and pest management.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate all maintenance staff. Previous experience supervising and developing maintenance staff preferred.
• Monitor irrigation system performance and direct the manual watering crew
• Maintain safety standards and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Prepare and monitor the annual maintenance budget.
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Golf on course conditions and progress.
• Supervise the mechanics crew to keep equipment, machinery, and vehicles safe and reliable.
• Oversee the landscaping crew’s planting, pruning, and grounds upkeep.
• Coordinate general maintenance staff on mowing, bunker care, and routine turf upkeep.
• Supervise the watering crew on irrigation scheduling.
• Supervise seasonal laborers during peak season, including training and oversight

What We’re Looking For

• Current state-issued pesticide/herbicide applicator license required at time of hire.
• Degree or certification in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 3–5 years of golf course maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of turfgrass science, irrigation systems, and maintenance equipment.
• Experience supervising and developing maintenance staff preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under changing conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort with equipment operation and manual labor

Schedule

This is a full-time, salaried position. Early morning starts, weekend, and holiday work are required
during the golf season to maintain course conditions, with hours adjusting seasonally based on
course demands

Hidden Valley Golf Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability, or any other status protected by applicable law

About Hidden Valley Golf Club

Hidden Valley Golf Club is a semi-private, 18-hole golf facility located within the Hidden Valley Lake community in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. The club serves an active membership while also welcoming public play, outings, leagues, and tournaments. Hidden Valley is committed to providing an enjoyable golf experience through quality course conditions, professional service, and a team-oriented workplace focused on continuous improvement.