Infrastructure Superintendent

Charlotte Country Club • Charlotte, NC

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Infrastructure Superintendent leads the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the club’s critical golf course infrastructure systems to ensure their reliability, efficiency, and performance in support of championship playing conditions. The role oversees the PrecisionAire hydronic rootzone heating and cooling system, 26 SubAir units serving bentgrass putting greens, irrigation infrastructure, pump stations, drainage, utility networks, water management systems, and major infrastructure projects. The Superintendent serves as the technical expert for these systems and supports the Director of Agronomy’s vision for delivering exceptional playing conditions.

Requirements

• Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or certificate in Turfgrass Management or Horticulture.
• At least 5 years of experience managing golf course irrigation systems and infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with pump stations, irrigation controls, and water management.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electronic systems.
• Project management experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical strength, stamina, and agility; ability to be on one’s feet all day and work outdoors year-round.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more, raise a 15-pound box overhead, and climb a ladder.
• Ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment; may be asked to operate mowers, dump trucks, or other light equipment.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Landscape irrigation experience.
• Knowledge of PrecisionAire or similar hydronic systems; willingness to become the club’s subject matter expert is required.
• Background as a golf course superintendent, assistant superintendent, irrigation technician, infrastructure manager, industrial maintenance professional, or facilities engineer.
• Experience with PLC controls, HVAC, sensors, automation, and remote monitoring.
• Knowledge of construction management and underground utility installation.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings, as-built plans, and GIS mapping.

Responsibilities

• Assume ownership of the PrecisionAire hydronic rootzone heating and cooling system; monitor and optimize its performance, develop preventative maintenance schedules, coordinate repairs and service, and maintain operational records and performance data.
• Manage the 26 SubAir units serving bentgrass putting greens; monitor and optimize system operation, maintain components, diagnose issues, coordinate repairs and upgrades, use the systems to manage playing conditions around weather events, and maintain records and logs.
• Oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of the golf course irrigation system, including pump stations, filtration equipment, central control software, field controllers, and communication networks.
• Diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and control system issues; coordinate seasonal start-up, winterization, and system upgrades; and monitor water use to maximize irrigation efficiency.
• Manage property drainage infrastructure, stormwater systems, culverts, catch basins, underground utilities, and infrastructure supporting practice facilities, clubhouse grounds, and maintenance facilities.
• Assist in planning and executing infrastructure improvements.
• Lead infrastructure-related capital projects; coordinate contractors and vendors; manage timelines, budgets, and quality standards; and ensure safe, efficient completion with minimal disruption to golf operations.
• Develop preventative maintenance programs and annual inspection schedules for infrastructure systems, maintain an inventory of critical replacement parts, and identify emerging issues before failures occur.
• Use software platforms and operational data to monitor system performance and improve efficiency; maintain documentation, schematics, and maintenance records; and recommend technologies that improve reliability and performance.
• Supervise and train team members assigned to infrastructure responsibilities, develop technical knowledge among maintenance staff, and foster accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the agronomy team to support championship-caliber playing conditions.
• Operate trucks and light motorized equipment as needed, and be able to work outdoors year-round and perform the physical duties described.

Benefits

• Temporary housing available on-site.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid time off.
• Short-term disability.
• Free long-term disability insurance for eligible team members.
• Free group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance for eligible team members.
• Health savings account contributions from the Club.
• Continuing education.
• Local and national association dues.
• Uniforms.
• Complimentary meals.
• Golf privileges.
• USGA/PGA volunteer opportunities.
• Local and state conference attendance.
• Free meals, staff outings, and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree