Superintendent

American Golf Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

American Golf Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Golf Course Superintendent responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of greens, trees, landscaping, and related assets across the course.

You will supervise the maintenance team, develop annual plans and budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, manage equipment, irrigation, safety, records, and communications with managers, members, and guests.

Formación

• Two-year degree in turf management or related field required; four-year degree preferred.
• Three years of related experience in turf maintenance or grounds management.
• GCSAA certification preferred and driving license required.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain course condition per company standards.
• Supervise planting, turf care, and landscape maintenance across the course.
• Develop annual maintenance plan and budget with Operations Team.

Conocimientos

Valid driver's license

Educación

GCSAA Certification preferred

Two-year degree in turf management, agronomy, chemical applications, soils, fertilization, or related field

Three years of related experience

Descripción del empleo

American Golf is a trusted leader in golf hospitality, known for elevating the game and the communities around it. We bring deep expertise in golf operations and club culture, paired with a genuine commitment to creating welcoming, memorable experiences for every guest and member.

Our teams take pride in course care, exceptional service, and thoughtful environments that invite people to play, connect, and feel at home. We believe golf is more than a sport, it's a place where relationships grow, traditions thrive, and everyone is part of the community.

Job Purpose

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the greens, trees, landscaping, and plant life throughout the assigned golf course. Working closely with the maintenance team, the Superintendent ensures all fertilizers and pesticides are applied in full compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. This role maintains accurate records and communicates effectively with managers, members, and guests regarding course conditions, maintenance activities, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the golf course in proper playing condition according to company standards.
• Supervise course construction projects and oversee planting and care of turf, plants, shrubs, and trees.
• Work closely with the Operations Team to develop and propose the annual maintenance plan and budget; implement and adhere to the approved plan.
• Direct and supervise maintenance of greens, fairways, tees, sand traps, water features, roughs, maintenance shop and grounds, cart maintenance, and clubhouse maintenance.
• Create and lead a high-performance team while maintaining a positive, safe, and productive work environment.
• Recruit, train, develop, and manage staff; ensure co-worker satisfaction and adherence to company policies.
• Identify and address safety concerns immediately.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and training sessions; record attendance and complete safety audits.
• Establish and implement maintenance programs for equipment, tools, vehicles, and related assets.
• Manage purchase ordering, receiving, and inventory to ensure proper quantities and pricing.
• Maintain accurate records for labor costs, maintenance expenses, construction projects, equipment repair, OSHA compliance, and all fertilizer, chemical, and pest-control activities.
• Plan and implement staffing schedules to ensure quality and service standards are met.
• Supervise and perform equipment repair and maintenance.
• Participate in weekly Department Head meetings.
• Oversee irrigation scheduling, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Assist in maintaining security of golf course property and buildings.
• Maintain course character consistent with the rules of golf and established maintenance expectations.
• Solve technical turf and maintenance challenges effectively.
• Identify, implement, and approve capital improvements.
• Maintain golf course grounds in an environmentally sensitive manner.
• Promote and comply with all current and future company and course policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• GCSAA Certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Two-year degree required (four-year degree preferred) in turf management, agronomy, chemical applications, soils, fertilization, or related field.
• Three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working Conditions

• Schedule varies based on business needs; early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays are required.
• Work involves indoor and outdoor environments, often in extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, wind, and humidity.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds.
• Regular operation of maintenance equipment, vehicles, and tools.
• Exposure to chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, dust, noise, and mechanical hazards.
• Occasional exposure to wildlife such as snakes, scorpions, spiders, bees, hornets, and other native outdoor species.
• Requires use of vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

American Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, (protected class), including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and/or local law.