Assistant Superintendent

Quail West Foundation Inc • Naples, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Quail West is seeking a motivated, hands-on Assistant Superintendent to help lead its Golf Course Maintenance team and maintain two championship golf courses in Naples, Florida. The role offers a turf professional the opportunity to contribute to exceptional course conditions, lead and develop a team, and grow professionally at a premier private club.

The Assistant Superintendent assists with daily golf course maintenance operations; supervises, trains, and supports the maintenance team; and oversees turf care, irrigation management, and chemical applications. The position includes troubleshooting and maintaining irrigation systems, including repairs and HDPE pipe fusion, and collaborating with the Course Superintendent and Director of Courses and Grounds to maintain course standards and improve operations. The role also promotes a safe, positive, and team-oriented work environment.

This is a full-time, exempt position in Naples, Florida. Flexible availability is required, including weekends. The position involves working outdoors and lifting up to 60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Experience in golf course maintenance, turf management, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation systems, chemical applications, and golf course maintenance practices.
• Obtain a Florida Restricted Use Chemical Applicator License within the first 60 days.
• Leadership skills and the ability to train, motivate, and support a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and lift up to 60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Flexible schedule availability, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading daily golf course maintenance operations to ensure exceptional playing conditions.
• Supervise, train, and support the Golf Course Maintenance team.
• Oversee turf care, irrigation management, and chemical applications.
• Troubleshoot and maintain irrigation systems, including repairs and HDPE pipe fusion.
• Collaborate with the Course Superintendent and Director of Courses and Grounds to maintain course standards and improve operations.
• Promote a safe, positive, and team-oriented work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Golf playing and practice privileges and golf shop discounts.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Uniforms and team member celebrations.
• Competitive salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed