Superintendent

Troon • Palo Alto, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Baylands Golf Links in Palo Alto, California, is hiring a full-time Superintendent. The role oversees maintenance and construction of an 18- or 27-hole golf course or courses and ensures turf is repaired and maintained to established standards. The Superintendent plans and directs course maintenance, manages budgets and capital plans, and supervises staff and safe work practices. The position is part of Troon, a golf, hospitality, and community management company.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or three to four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Pesticide application license.
• Ability to read and speak English to perform job duties and communicate with customers or coworkers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Degree preference in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.
• Plan, organize, and direct maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervise planting and cultural practices for turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants.
• Ensure maintenance equipment is properly maintained.
• Procure supplies and materials within budgetary limitations.
• Keep records of annual maintenance activities and costs and prepare reports.
• Use sound purchasing procedures, including preferred vendors when possible.
• Reconcile and promptly code invoices, payroll, and other required documents.
• Coordinate snow removal, depending on facility location.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensure the Superintendent and associates obtain the training and licenses needed to perform tasks safely and comply with city, state, and federal regulations.
• Address real or perceived environmental concerns directly.
• Ensure proper mixing, calibration, and application of chemicals and fertilizers used on the course.
• Manage department members, potentially including assistant superintendents, a head mechanic, an environmental technician, equipment operators, a foreman, greenskeepers, and an irrigation technician.
• Provide effective orientation and training to new associates and develop ongoing training programs.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Incorporate safe work practices into job performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match for associates age 19 and older.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence, subject to applicable law and eligibility criteria.
• Eligibility for bonuses.
• Employee meals.

What This Job Offers

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