Longbow - Golf Course Assistant Superintendent

Thompson Golf Group; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical(Aetna)/Dental(Delta Dental)/V​

Vision(EyeMed) Coverage

Employee/Spouse/Child Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Accident Insurance

HSA option

401(k) with company match after 1 year

Paid Vacation and Holiday Pay for 7  H

Golf Benefits, Meal and Merchandise

Referral Program

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

Thompson Golf Group in Arizona is seeking an assistant golf course superintendent who will support the course superintendent in maintaining tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths, and will help supervise irrigation, drainage, and equipment operations. You will plan work, supervise staff, ensure safety, and may stand in for the superintendent during absences.

This Full Time role requires a valid driver's license and familiarity with pesticides and Covid-19 safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of turf maintenance and irrigation systems.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work.
• Valid driver's license.
• Potential pesticide applicator license.
• Covid-19 safety protocol understanding.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and supervising greens, tees, and fairways; schedules work and supervises employees and equipment use.
• Instructs operators on mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide application and/or calibration of pesticide equipment; supervises pumps, irrigation and drainage systems.
• Align with the superintendent to complete tasks to high standards and achieve team goals.
• Assist in personnel management, safety, and discipline.
• May modify daily work schedule based on daily needs of the property.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Irrigation systems

Pesticide application supervision

Staff supervision

Scheduling and planning

Driver's license

Education

State pesticide applicator license

Job description

The assistant golf course superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent. Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course areas, including but not limited to, tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of irrigation system daily, and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence.

Functions

• Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment.
• Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
• Strongly motivated to align and partner with superintendent to complete all tasks to the highest standards and achieve team goals.
• Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
• May modify the daily work schedule based on daily needs of the property.

Employment standards

• Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• May require current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.
• Understand cleaning procedures daily and weekly per the Covid-19 protocols.

Benefits

Thompson Golf Group manages 8 courses throughout Arizona, Minnesota & Texas. We are proud to have a wide range of benefits and perks available to our employees. Some benefits include:

Full Time (35 hrs+ per week) may be eligible for:

• Medical(Aetna)/Dental(Delta Dental)/Vision(EyeMed) Coverage
• Employee/Spouse/Child Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance
• HSA option
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year of employment
• Paid Vacation and Holiday Pay for 7 holidays.

All Team Members

• Golf Benefits, Meal and Merchandise discount at each Thompson Golf Club course
• Team Member Referral Program and more!
• Paid Sick Time

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Philosophy

Thompson Golf Group and its management companies are committed to workforce diversity, fostering equity, and advancing a culture of inclusion. We know that bringing diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives together drives innovation that helps us to solve today's business and social challenges. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment

respects the unique characteristics, skills, and experiences of all employees. As a company, it is our responsibility to provide a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, bullying, retaliation, and inappropriate conduct.

TGG Values - Check them out, they're DOPE

Do the right thing - Think of others & be trustworthy

Own it - Take pride in what we do & be personally responsible

Passion for progress - Improving always in all ways & people pursuing growth

Embracing the experience - Insist on having fun & being present