Golf Course Superintendent
About The Position
El Macero Country Club, located in El Macero, CA, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time, Golf Course Superintendent! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you’ll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management. General Purpose: Oversees the maintenance and construction of an 18-hole golf course with an established agronomic program and an annual maintenance budget of approximately $2 million, ensuring that turf grass is repaired and maintained to established standards. El Macero Country Club is a private club located in Davis, California, focused on delivering consistent, high-quality playing conditions and overall member satisfaction.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Degree preference in agronomy/ horticulture/ plant/soil science)
- Valid Driver’s License, Pesticide Application License
- Ability to read and speak English is required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g., the associates are required to communicate with English-speaking customers or co-workers, and the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with membership, leadership, and staff regarding course conditions and agronomic practices.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and maintains the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.
- Plans, organizes, and directs the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
- Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants
- Ensures that maintenance equipment is properly maintained.
- Procures supplies and materials within budgetary limitations.
- Keep records of annual maintenance activities and costs. Prepares reports
- Implements sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.
- Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices, payroll, and other required documents.
- Coordinates snow removal (depending upon facility location).
- Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.
- Ensures that they and all associates obtain proper training and/or licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations. Directly addresses all real or perceived environmental concerns.
- Ensures proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemical/fertilizers used on the course.
- Manages department members that may include, but are not limited to: Assistant Superintendent, 2nd Assistant Superintendent, Head Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
- Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
