Lead Golf Course Maintenance
About The Position
The Golf Maintenance Lead will assist the Golf Course Superintendent in planning, directing, and leading the daily maintenance, repair, and improvement of golf course properties including golf course, surrounding areas, equipment, facilities, and infrastructures. This position will work safely at all times and assist in the application of fertilizers, pesticides, and soil amendments, repair and maintenance of golf course maintenance equipment and golf car rental fleet, as well as maintenance, operation, and repair of the irrigation system. Supervisory responsibilities include assisting in scheduling, directing, and leading Golf Greens staff to complete daily maintenance, training other employees on equipment operation, chemical use, Personal Protective Equipment, and other golf course maintenance practices. The Golf Maintenance Lead is expected to communicate regularly with the Director of Maintenance, Superintendent, and Golf Pro Shop staff to discuss upcoming maintenance activities, and to assist in completion of course improvement projects and cultural practices. This position is critical to the delivery of world class service and it is the responsibility of staff members to be friendly, courteous, and helpful under all circumstances.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older - required
- Able to communicate effectively in English - required
- Able to lift and carry 50 pounds - required
- Able to perform physical labor in adverse weather conditions such as snow, rain, and cold temperatures - required
- Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times - required
- Able to work weekends and holidays - required
- Experience in golf course maintenance and construction techniques - required
- Knowledge of turfgrass management practices - required
- Excellent oral and written communication skills - required
- Able to motivate other - required
- Customer service skill - required
- Attention to detail - required
- Able to work all season - required
Nice To Haves
- Turfgrass management degree is a plus, but not mandatory for a candidate eager to learn and succeed.
- Irrigation system operation and repair experience are a plus.
- Turfgrass management classes or certification - preferred
- Microsoft Word and Excel skills - preferred
- Previous supervisory experience - preferred
- Ability to communicate in Spanish-preferred
Responsibilities
- Daily supervision of maintenance team members to complete all tasks and projects in a timely manner.
- Provides guidance and training to staff as needed.
- Ability to manage staff with a positive and respectful leadership style.
- Developing individual team members to learn new skills, and provide feedback as needed.
- Irrigation system operation and repair experience are a plus.
- Assist in the application of fertilizers, pesticides, and soil amendments.
- Repair and maintenance of golf course maintenance equipment and golf car rental fleet.
- Maintenance, operation, and repair of the irrigation system.
- Assisting in scheduling, directing, and leading Golf Greens staff to complete daily maintenance.
- Training other employees on equipment operation, chemical use, Personal Protective Equipment, and other golf course maintenance practices.
- Communicate regularly with the Director of Maintenance, Superintendent, and Golf Pro Shop staff to discuss upcoming maintenance activities.
- Assist in completion of course improvement projects and cultural practices.
Benefits
- Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
- Referral Program
- Highest compensation rates in the industry
- Free pass(es)
- Free ski and snowboard lessons
- 40% retail discounts
- Epic Service - our leading training and development experience
- Wellness benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
