Second Assistant Superintendent of Greens

Salt Lake County•West Jordan, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Salt Lake County is seeking highly enthusiastic individuals to join their team and contribute to the community. They offer a culture that promotes a fun and healthy work environment with great benefits, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth and development. The county is committed to connecting people and championing the community, envisioning a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. This role specifically involves performing semi-skilled golf course grounds and facility maintenance.

Requirements

One (1) year of closely related experience or the equivalent.
A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah is required to drive County vehicles.
Knowledge of grass varieties, fertilizer composition, golf course maintenance basics, various types of soil and sand, irrigation systems, testing and diagnostic equipment used for mechanical repairs, and golf rules, regulations, and course marking procedures.
Skills and Abilities to operate equipment, rebuild irrigation components, perform basic welding and fabrication, apply chemicals or materials at the appropriate rate, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, perform tasks independently, and effectively supervise and train subordinate employees.

Nice To Haves

Experience working at a golf course is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs general golf course maintenance such as snow removal, tree and shrub maintenance, cleaning, water hazard and sand trap maintenance, and cup changing procedures.
Maintains turf, through grass seeding, sod installation, mowing, aerating, and top dressing and fertilizing greens, tees, roughs, and fairways.
Programs, diagnoses, adjusts, and repairs automated irrigation systems, weather stations, and other equipment as needed.
Performs appropriate trade work, such as painting, carpentry, electrical, and concrete finishing.
Operates a variety of specialized equipment.
Compiles, updates, and maintains pertinent records of equipment, tools, and supplies.
Routinely monitors existing golf course conditions.
Evaluates and tests the playability of the golf course.

Benefits

12 Holidays
up to 24 vacation days
12 sick days
one personal day every year
Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with 10% contribution
Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option
Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year
Flexible Spending Account
100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
Onsite medical clinic
hospital insurance
pet insurance
auto and home insurance
discounts at County facilities