Superintendent

KemperSports, Inc.; Castro Valley (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

KemperSports Management is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent in California to oversee care and maintenance of the golf course, grounds, and equipment. You will plan and implement budgets, hire, train and supervise staff, and ensure quality standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities include drainage and irrigation system management, turf and plant care programs, course construction supervision, equipment maintenance, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 2 or 4-year turf management degree preferred.
• Class A Superintendent or above with 3 years golf course maintenance, supervisory and/or management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in budget development, fiscal management and strategic planning.
• Excellent leadership abilities and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems and manage multiple duties under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Produce excellent playing conditions on a day-to-day basis.
• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget and operating plan.
• Plan staffing schedules to meet quality standards and control costs.
• Maintain the golf course in proper playing condition per company standards.
• Develop and maintain drainage, irrigation, pumping and water systems.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Staff management

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

Turf management degree (2-4 year)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary:

Responsible for all activities related to the care and maintenance of the golf course, grounds, and equipment. Plan and implement budgets. Hire, train and supervise staff. Apply relevant landscaping, horticultural principles to assure that quality standards are consistently achieved and/or exceeded.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• All activities associated with producing excellent playing conditions at the facility on a day-to-day basis.
• Develop the annual maintenance budget and operating plan. Implement the plan according to Company operating policies and procedures to ensure cost containment.
• Plan and implement staffing schedules to ensure quality standards are achieved at minimum employee cost.
• Maintain the golf course in proper playing condition according to Company standards.
• Develop and maintain drainage, irrigation, pumping and water reservoir systems.
• Supervise all planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, and trees on the golf course and grounds. Develop and implement a fertilizer, aeration and Integrated Pest Management program for proper turf grass and plant care.
• Supervise course construction projects.
• Supervise equipment maintenance and repair operations. Establish and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance program for appropriate equipment, tools, vehicles, etc.
• Ensure maintenance of all appropriate quality and cleanliness standards including, but not limited to, employee hygiene and uniforms, equipment repair areas, equipment storage areas, chemical and fertilizer storage areas, receiving areas, washing areas, lunch room areas, restrooms, etc.
• Implement and monitor the purchase ordering and receiving program to maintain proper inventories of supplies and ensure proper quantity and price on all purchases.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, OSHA rules and regulations, relating to chemical and fertilizer storage and disposal, employee safety, public safety, etc.
• Manage employment activities for applicable staff members, including but not limited to, personnel recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, training, compensation, discipline and termination, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations.
• Maintain accurate records for pertaining to department activities including, but not limited to, labor schedules, course maintenance, construction activities, equipment repair, safety meetings and activities, fertilizer and chemical applications and pest control practices.
• Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required operational, financial, budgetary and related reports.
• Perform other duties as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• 2 or 4-year turf management degree preferred.
• Class A Superintendent or above with 3 years golf course maintenance, supervisory and or management experience.
• Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, staff management.
• Demonstrates excellent leadership abilities and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems, efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision, and work flexible hours as required including nights and weekends as necessary.
• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.
• Dedication and commitment to excellent customer service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel.

Supervises:

Assistant Superintendent; Maintenance Foreman; Pesticides Application Specialist; Irrigation Specialist; Equipment Operators; Equipment Technician; Laborers

Classification:

Full-time, Non-Seasonal, Salaried, Exempt

Compensation:

$105,000 – $115,000 per year based on experience.

KemperSports Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer