2027-2028 Assistant in Training (The Lido & 21 Golf Club)
About The Position
The Assistant in Training (AIT) is a structured, two-facility internship experience created through a partnership between Sand Valley and 21 Golf Club. This highly selective program is designed for emerging agronomy professionals pursuing long-term leadership careers in golf course management. Through hands-on responsibility and direct mentorship, the AIT supports daily golf course operations while building technical agronomy expertise, leadership capability, and operational judgment across two distinct golf environments. The program has two phases: Phase 1 at The Lido at Sand Valley from late March or early April through mid-October 2027, followed by a transition week off for travel to South Carolina, and Phase 2 at 21 Golf Club in Aiken, South Carolina, for approximately six months, concluding in April 2028. Employment, compensation, and benefits are administered separately for each portion of the program and are subject to the policies of the employing entity.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Ability to understand and follow instructions, policies, and procedures
- General understanding of motorized golf course equipment
- Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic
- Flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
- Willingness to relocate temporarily as part of a two-facility program
Nice To Haves
- Certificate, Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or current enrollment in an accredited turfgrass or related program preferred
- Previous golf course maintenance experience preferred
- Strong interest in building a long-term career in golf course management
- Working knowledge of agronomy, irrigation, and course maintenance practices, or a strong desire to learn
- Playing knowledge of golf preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily planning, staffing schedules, and execution of maintenance activities
- Perform course setup, mowing, rolling, bunker care, and irrigation operation
- Train, guide, and supervise seasonal team members with a focus on quality and safety
- Support irrigation, drainage, water management, and turf health programs
- Assist with fertilizer, aeration, and integrated pest management applications
- Participate in course construction, renovation, and specialty maintenance projects
- Assist with equipment operation, maintenance, and preventative care
- Support purchasing, inventory management, and operational recordkeeping
- Serve in the Superintendent’s capacity during absences, as assigned
- Assist the Director of Agronomy with daily course and facility management
- Support crew scheduling, operational procedures, and daily course setup
- Assist with irrigation scheduling and system adjustments to maximize water efficiency
- Apply best management practices to meet course conditioning and detail standards
- Assist with fertilizer, plant protectant, and aerification programs
- Coordinate with the Equipment Manager on mowing schedules, tournaments, and equipment needs
- Assist with construction projects, renovations, and special initiatives
- Maintain chemical, fertilizer, and application records
- Participate in budgeting discussions and operational planning
- Actively engage in on-the-job learning by asking questions, applying instruction, and demonstrating initiative
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
