2nd Assistant Superintendent -Preserve Golf Course

Responsibilities: 

• Directs and oversees daily activities, in conjunction with the Superintendent, and 1^st Assistant Golf Course Superintendents


• Manages staff in absence of Superintendent and 1^st Assistant Golf Course Superintendents


• Ensure work guidelines are followed


• Ensures a safe and clean work environment for all employees by enforcing OSHA and EPA regulations in conjunction with the Safety Committee


• Monitors staff performance with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, document necessary observations and help the Assistant Superintendent handle staff issues that arise in the Superintendent's absence


• Supervises and participates in morning set-up of the golf course, monitor irrigation system and pump station


• Scouts the golf course on a regular basis for insect, weed, and disease problems. Diagnose any observations and take corrective action after discussion with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent


• Competent with irrigation management for cool and warm season turf varieties


• Attends seminars and workshops for continued professional growth and development


• Should be familiar with the basic operation of computers


• Coordinates, schedules, and monitors special projects on the golf course


• Communicates with the staff about improvements in procedure, equipment, etc.


• Makes recommendations for improvements to procedure, equipment, etc.


• Assists in maintaining all necessary documentation of applications


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of Associate Degree in Turfgrass Science or related field from an accredited college or working towards a degree or certificate in the Turfgrass field


• BS Degree in Turfgrass Science is preferred


• Total familiarity with calibration procedures for all applicable turf equipment such as sprayers and spreaders


• Ability to write reports, such as job performance reviews, and attend meetings when needed


• Competent on all pieces of turf equipment and have the ability to train other employees in their proper use


• In conduct and deportment, the assistant should set an example for the staff


• Possess a Georgia Pesticide Applicators License in Category 24 or be working towards attaining the license within 6 months

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance  


• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal days, and 10 holidays 


• 401(k) with company match 


• Flexible spending and health savings accounts


• LTD and STD


• Employee discounts: food, retail merchandise, boat rentals


• Golf privileges