Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Berkeley Hall Club Inc

14d

About The Position

Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, cart paths, and landscape beds. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence.

Requirements

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.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
May require current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.

Responsibilities

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.
Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.
Schedules and supervises maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment;
Prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations.