Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Vail Resorts • Beaver Creek, CO

258d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent supervises employees in all phases of golf course maintenance, including the maintenance of all tees, fairways, greens, roughs, and peripheral golf course areas. This role manages daily course preparations for both member/guest and tournament play, assists in personnel management, evaluation, employee safety, and personnel discipline, and is often responsible for daily work scheduling based on professional interpretation. The position also involves instructing and training employees on the proper operation and care of all equipment, supervising pesticide applications, and overseeing repairs and maintenance regarding irrigation systems and pump stations.

Requirements

• 2 or 4 year degree or professional degree equivalent in turf management, plant science or other similar agriculturally related degree/field of study.
• Minimum of three seasons/years of golf maintenance experience.
• Previous supervisory experience necessary.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain Colorado pesticide applicators license.
• Basic computer operation - Word, Excel, PowerPoint preferred.
• English necessary - Any Spanish is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence.
• Quality control oversight.
• Employee scheduling.
• Safety training and documentation.
• Operational training and documentation.
• Time and Labor reporting and input.
• Pesticide/fertilizer application, calibration and handling responsibilities.
• Irrigation scheduling, troubleshooting and repair work.
• Employee motivation.
• Winter plow duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free ski passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons.
• Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Excellent training and professional development.
• Referral Program.
• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours).
• Free ski passes for dependents.
• Critical Illness and Accident plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree