Superintendent

Twice; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Twice in Saint Augustine, FL, oversees golf course maintenance and construction, ensuring turfgrass is repaired to established standards and that landscapes are well kept.

Responsibilities include budgeting, directing greens, tees, fairways, and bunkers, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Association with licensing and training is emphasized, along with maintaining records and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Must read and speak English to perform duties.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• AA/2-year degree or 3–4 years related experience; or equivalent.
• Degree preferred in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Pesticide Application License.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.
• Plan, organize, and direct maintenance and construction of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervise planting and cultural practices for turf grasses, trees, and ornamentals.
• Ensure maintenance equipment is properly maintained.
• Procure supplies within budgetary limits.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and costs; prepare reports.
• Implement purchasing procedures with preferred vendors.
• Reconcile and code invoices, payroll, and related documents.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and regulations.
• Ensure training and licensing for associates; address environmental concerns.
• Ensure proper mixing, calibration, and application of chemicals and fertilizers.
• Manage department members including supervisory staff.
• Provide orientation and ongoing training for new associates.
• Maintain regular attendance; promote safe work practices.

Skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

AA or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or 3-4 years related experience

Degree in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science

Valid Driver's License

Pesticide Application License

Job description

Overview

Oversees the maintenance and construction of the golf course and ensures that turfgrass is repaired and maintained to established standards.

Experience Required

• Ability to read and speak English is required to perform the duties of the job.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or three to four years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree preference in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Pesticide Application License.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.
• Plan, organize, and direct the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervise the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants.
• Ensure that maintenance equipment is properly maintained.
• Procure supplies and materials within budgetary limitations.
• Maintain records of annual maintenance activities and costs; prepare reports.
• Implement sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors when possible.
• Reconcile and provide timely coding of all invoices, payroll, and other required documents.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensure that all associates obtain proper training and licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations, and directly address environmental concerns.
• Ensure proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemicals and fertilizers used on the course.
• Manage department members including Assistant Superintendent, 2nd Assistant Superintendent, Head Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
• Ensure effective orientation and training are provided to each new associate and develop ongoing training programs.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Time off: Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria