Golf Course and Sports Field Soils Specialist

PLAISTED COMPANIES INCElk River, MN

About The Position

Plaisted Companies, Inc., the soil experts, is seeking a dynamic Golf Course and Sports Field Soils Specialist to join the team. In this role, you’ll use your golf industry experience to connect courses and turf professionals with high-quality sands, soils, and specialty materials that improve course performance and playability. This position is heavily focused on the golf industry, with a smaller portion supporting sports fields and related turf markets. We are especially interested in candidates with Golf Superintendent experience who understand real-world course conditions and customer needs. If you’re driven by results, thrive in a relationship-focused environment, and want to help grow a specialized product line, we’d love to meet you!

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass, Agronomy, Horticulture, Business, or related field preferred
  • Minimum 3 years of Golf Superintendent experience or equivalent golf course management experience required
  • Sales experience preferred
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to develop new business and grow existing accounts
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Local daily travel with some out-of-state travel (company vehicle provided)

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with golf course construction materials (sand, root zones, drainage, etc.)
  • Exposure to sports field or athletic turf markets
  • Sales experience in golf, turf, or landscape materials
  • Strong technical understanding of turf performance and customer applications
  • Comfortable presenting at trade shows and industry events

Responsibilities

  • Product Knowledge Expert:
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of Plaisted golf course materials, including sands, root zones, soil blends, and specialty products.
  • Stay current on golf course maintenance practices, construction trends, and turf performance standards.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of sports field materials and applications (secondary focus).
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to customers by recommending the right products for performance, durability, and long-term results.
  • Business Development and Customer Service
  • Engage with golf course superintendents, owners, builders, and turf managers to assess needs and recommend solutions.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships within the golf industry to drive repeat business and long-term partnerships.
  • Identify and develop new opportunities within golf courses and sports fields.
  • Actively prospect new leads while growing existing accounts.
  • Provide product samples, jobsite support, and technical guidance to customers.
  • Represent Plaisted Companies at trade shows, field days, and industry events.

Benefits

  • 100% health insurance coverage for employees.
  • 12 medical insurance plans are available.
  • Health Account options: FSA and HSA.
  • 100% dental insurance coverage for employees.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Hearing aid program.
  • Life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Paid time off.
  • Holiday pay.
  • Free uniforms.
  • $1,500 Employee Referral Program.
  • Year-end bonuses.
  • Volunteer wage reimbursement.
  • Advancement opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Legal Shield/ID Shield.
  • AFLAC benefits.
  • Company events, including cookouts, dinners, and more!
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