Superintendent for Links on the Bayou Links on the Bayou

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Alexandria (LA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Links on the Bayou in Alexandria, LA, is seeking a Superintendent to lead daily maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, and grounds, with emphasis on turf health, playability, and safety. The role requires planning programs for fertilization, pesticides, and cultural practices, while directing a maintenance team and coordinating with management on budgets and events.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in golf course maintenance, a turfgrass-related degree, and a pesticide applicator license or plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in golf course maintenance and management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of warm-season grasses and maintenance practices.
• Licensed pesticide applicator or ability to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily maintenance and conditioning of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, practice areas, and all grounds.
• Maintain TifEagle bermudagrass greens using best agronomic practices for health and playability.
• Plan and implement fertilization, pesticide, and cultural programs.
• Hire, train, and supervise maintenance team.
• Schedule and direct daily work assignments to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Promote a positive team environment focused on quality and course presentation.
• Operate and maintain irrigation system for efficient water management.
• Oversee maintenance of mowers, sprayers, and turf equipment.
• Maintain records of equipment maintenance, chemical use, and water management.
• Manage annual maintenance budget in coordination with General Manager.
• Forecast labor, material, and capital needs for planning.
• Maintain inventory and ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Plan and oversee future golf course construction, renovation, and improvement projects.
• Work with management and golf professionals to support tournaments and events.
• Ensure compliance with regulations related to chemical applications and environmental practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Turfgrass Knowledge

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management

Horticulture or related field

Job description

Superintendent for Links on the Bayou Links on the Bayou

Links on the Bayou is a Mike Young designed property that opened in 2002. The golf course consists of tifeagle greens with tifway bermudagrass through out the property. Links on the Bayou is a City of Alexandria owned property and has been privately managed by M2 Mitton Management since it’s inception. The course has been named “Louisiana’s Best Municipal Golf Course” by Golf Digest and is a host site to college, professional tours, and state amateur events.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily maintenance and conditioning of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, practice areas, and all property grounds.
• Maintain TifEagle bermudagrass greens using best agronomic practices for health and playability.
• Plan and implement fertilization, pesticide, and cultural programs.
• Hire, train, and supervise maintenance team.
• Schedule and direct daily work assignments to ensure efficiency and safety
• Promote a positive team-oriented work environment focused on quality and pride in course presentation.
• Operate and maintain the irrigation system for efficient water management.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of mowers, sprayers, and all turf equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, chemical use, and water management.
• Manage annual maintenance budget in coordination with General Manager
• Forecast labor, material, and capital needs for short and long term planning.
• Maintain inventory and ensure cost-effective procurement of materials and supplies.
• Plan and oversee future golf course construction, renovation, and improvement projects.
• Work closely with management and golf professionals to support tournaments and events.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal regulations related to chemical applications and environmental practices.

Additonal Info

John Deere Equipment on year one of a four year lease.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience in golf course maintenance and management
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Knowledge of warm season grasses and maintenance practices
• Licensed pesticide applicator or ability to obtain within 60 days

About Links on the Bayou

M2 Management specializes in golf operations and turf management in the golf and sports turf industry.