Golf Course Superintendent: Lead Greens & Team

Genesis Distribution; Latrobe, Northern (Westmoreland County, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Latrobe Elks Golf Club in Latrobe, PA is seeking an entry-level Golf Course Superintendent to oversee daily course maintenance with emphasis on greens, fairways, and turf quality.

You will manage a small ground crew, supervise irrigation and turf practices, ensure pesticide safety compliance, and maintain a roughly $500,000 budget, while delivering top-condition play and strong member relations.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining all golf course areas, including ponds.
• Operate and repair standard golf course maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of safe chemical use and application.
• Possession of a Pesticide Applicators License and Aquatic Certification or in process within 6 months.
• Experience with course irrigation systems maintenance and basic repair.
• Two-year turf management degree or certificate.
• Able to build a positive team and interact with members and staff.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Able to work irregular hours and weekends during the season.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance oversight of greens, fairways, tees, and related areas.
• Staff supervision and training of ground crew.
• Manage irrigation and turf maintenance, including fertilizer and pest control.
• Enforce safety standards and pesticide regulations.
• Prepare and manage maintenance budget of about $500,000.
• Communicate with members to address course conditions and satisfaction.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Staff supervision

Irrigation systems

Pesticide application

Budget management

Team building

Safety compliance

Education

Turf management degree

Tools

Irrigation controllers

Sprinkler equipment

Job description

Latrobe Elks Golf Club in Latrobe, PA is seeking an entry-level Golf Course Superintendent to oversee daily course maintenance with emphasis on greens, fairways, and turf quality.

You will manage a small ground crew, supervise irrigation and turf practices, ensure pesticide safety compliance, and maintain a roughly $500,000 budget, while delivering top-condition play and strong member relations.