Assistant in Training

Butler National is a private 18-hole golf club located 25 miles outside of Chicago. The club was built by developer Paul Butler in 1974 and became the permanent home of the Western Open until 1990. Since then, with the help of Tom Fazio, the club has continued to remain one of the top ranked golf courses in the country. The membership is committed to the traditions of golf and maintaining its world class reputation. Most recently began work on a new Fazio master plan which includes a total bunker restoration and practice facility upgrade.

The position is designed to strengthen the candidate's skills and prepare them for advancement in the turfgrass industry. AIT will work closely with the superintendent and his assistants in all aspects of course maintenance. Areas of intense training will include chemical and fertilizer applications, irrigation scheduling and maintenance, scouting, tournament and daily course preparation and routine maintenance. AIT has the opportunity to experience all aspects of a high level maintenance operation with a staff willing to answer all questions and share valuable information.

Michael Sauls has been the superintendent at Butler National for 32 years. As a graduate from the Penn State Turfgrass program, Mr. Sauls has over 42 years of experience in the business which includes positions at Medinah Country Club and with the Pebble Beach Company. He has hosted three PGA tournaments during his career and has mentored over 65 interns and assistants, 30 who have gone on to successful superintendent careers.