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Based on experience and dedication, salary ranges from $60,000-$80,000/year
Required Education:
BA/BS/Undergraduate
This position reports directly to the Golf Superintendent. Under the superintendent’s supervision, the assistant directs and participates in the maintenance of all golf course features, equipment, and facilities. The Assistant Superintendent may serve in the Golf Superintendent’s capacity in the event of their absence.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Oversee daily operations of Riverbend Golf Course.
Assist in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, etc.
Assist in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
Schedules work (may modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation) and supervises the employees and their designated tasks/use of equipment.
Assists in the programming, repair, and maintenance of irrigations systems.
Performs or supervises the implementation of an overall turf health program. This includes aeration, topdressing, and the application of pesticides, fertilizer, & chemicals to golf course turf.
Operates an assortment of golf course equipment, including but not limited to: mowers, utility vehicles, sweepers, brooms, rollers, rakes, utility vehicles, loaders, compressors, trenchers, automobiles, etc…
Mows golf course turf and performs daily course setup duties.
Maintains and repairs golf course equipment.
Trims and removes trees and brush.
Performs any and all golf course tasks as required by Golf Course Superintendent.
KNOWLEDGEREQUIREDBYTHEPOSITION:
Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials
Irrigation system operation, repair, and maintenance
Maintenance of golf courses and facilities
Equipment operation and maintenance procedures
SKILLSREQUIREDBYTHE POSITION:
Operation of light and heavy equipment
Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations
Oral and written communication
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess, enrolled or seeking a degree in a turf grass management related field or applicable past experience (2 to 3 years of past golf course experience may be an applicable substitute).
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
SUPERVISORYCONTROLS: The GolfCourse Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions.The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines includes policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related golf course maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the position.
SCOPEANDEFFECT: The purpose of this position is to participate and assist in the maintenance of golf courses and all associated aspects. Success in this position results in safe and well-maintained golf course.
PERSONALCONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, user groups, vendors, and members of the general public.
PURPOSEOFCONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, and resolve problems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.
SUPERVISORYANDMANAGEMENTRESPONSIBILITY: This position has functional supervision over assigned seasonal personnel.
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess, enrolled or seeking a degree in a turf grass management related field or applicable past experience (2 to 3 years of past golf course experience may be an applicable substitute).
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.