Grounds Superintendent

GreatLIFE Golf & Fitness Club; Hartford (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free GreatLIFE Membership

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401K with company match

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Cash flow sharing opportunities

Job summary

GreatLIFE Golf & Fitness Club seeks a dedicated Superintendent to oversee the golf course, maintenance equipment, and clubhouse grounds at Central Valley Golf Course in Hartford, SD. You will apply agronomic and administrative expertise to meet maintenance standards and long-range goals, while leading a team and managing budgets.

The role emphasizes quality member experience, safety, and continuous improvement as part of GreatLIFE's core values.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices.
• Working knowledge of golf facility construction principles and methods.
• Strong supervisory and team leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain golf course properties including course, grounds, and equipment.
• Plan maintenance and capital projects with agronomic and administrative input.
• Hire, train, and supervise maintenance staff and oversee budgets.
• Schedule and coordinate staff and equipment for tasks and projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Skills

GCSAA membership

Advanced agronomy

Turfgrass management

Supervisory skills

Planning & budgeting

Customer service

Communication (written & oral)

Microsoft Word & Excel

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Central Valley Golf Course - Hartford, SD 57033GreatLIFE is a Team Member owned company committed to enriching the lives of families and individuals through golf, fitness and healthy lifestyles. We believe in the power of connection. Whether it's a round of golf with loved ones, a workout session that invigorates the body and mind, or simply sharing quality time together, we provide the platform for these meaningful experiences. Our team embodies a "whatever it takes" attitude, dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure the best member experience possible.

Position Concept: The role of A Superintendent is integral in creating and providing an exceptional experience to our Members. This position requires an individual who is not only pleasant, friendly, and outgoing but also enthusiastic about creating meaningful relationships with our Team, Members and guests, ensuring they have a seamless experience with their membership. In addition to your individual role, GreatLIFE is centered around 4 core values:

• Quality Member Experience
• Personal Accountability and Profitability
• Team Member Empowerment
• Community Leadership

If this position and our values match what you are looking for, we would love to hear from you!

Specific Responsibilities - include but are not limited to:

• The golf course superintendent assumes responsibility for managing and maintaining golf course properties which include: the golf course, maintenance equipment, the golf car fleet, clubhouse grounds and landscaping, open spaces, wooded areas, wetlands, and any other “unused” areas
• Construction, renovation, and/or reconstruction of such properties whether performed by the maintenance staff or outside contractors
• Prepares the annual budgets for the maintenance and capital improvement of course properties
• Interviews, hires, trains, directs, and supervises a staff of team members for the purpose of maintaining the properties and has the authority to terminate employment of subordinates
• Plans all maintenance and project work applying his/her agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve the agreed-upon maintenance standards and long-range goals
• Oversees the scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish the work through frequent inspection of the golf course and related areas
• Evaluates how well management standards are being achieved and changes management programs as needed
• Acquires equipment and purchases necessary supplies to maintain the golf course and other properties
• Responsible for inventory control and overseeing equipment maintenance programs
• Approves all expenditures and exercises cost control measure to keep, as nearly as possible, operating and capital expenses in line with the approved budgets
• Communicates regularly with other members of the top management group to discuss activities, goals, plans and member/customer input.
• Oversee the development of operating procedures and training manuals for the maintenance operation
• Schedules and chairs regular staff meetings focused on course conditions, safety, efficiency and continuous improvement
• Coordinate and ensure all written correspondence, reporting, newsletters, and communications for the golf maintenance operation
• Helps enforce all rules and regulations governing golf course usage
• Oversee all fiscal areas and performance for the golf operations including planning, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and correction
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Vice President of Golf and other department heads
• Responsible for inventory control and overseeing equipment maintenance program

Knowledge, Skills and Traits

• Maintain GCSAA membership in good standing in an active classification
• Requires advanced knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices, a working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices and methods, and a thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf
• Fundamental supervisory practices and principles
• Act as a role model for all team members by demonstrating the behavior and work ethic expected of all team members
• Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills
• Self-motivated with desire to promote and market
• Service and customer focused attitude
• Experienced in written and oral business communications
• Remain up-to-date on customer relationship management tactics and strategies
• Experienced computer user including; Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in other applications, i.e. email, internet, tournament and database
• Maintain and promote a positive professional image within the community
• Requires a high degree of administrative and executive ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision making
• Requires current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator
• Attend conferences, workshops, meetings, and trade shows to keep abreast of marketing and business trends
• Requires knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations (including, but not limited to employment, safety, and environmental standards, laws, and regulations)

Compensation and Benefits

• Personal and professional development
• Free GreatLIFE Membership
• Discounts on merchandise, food, beverage and services
• Wage based on experience
• Cash flow sharing opportunities
• GCSAA dues are paid
• Full-Time
• Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision and Supplemental) with company contribution
• PTO
• 401K with company match
• Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision and Supplemental) with company contribution