Job Description

Within the spirit of "Making People's Dreams Come True", this position is responsible for working directly with the Golf Course Superintendent to help develop a daily work schedule and coordinate the related activities and necessary equipment with the staff. The responsibilities include training, supervision and reviewing of golf course employees along with supervision of construction projects and specific maintenance activities on the golf course. In addition, the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent places safety as a value and is responsible for maintaining a strong safety culture in the company. These duties are accomplished while delivering Raving Fans customer service to both internal and external customers.

Full Time, Onsite Position

Benefits for full-time eligible positions:

Medical (HSA/FSA), Dental, and Vision | 401K and/or ROTH | PTO & Paid Holidays | Basic Life & AD&D | The Villages Charter School eligibility | and much more!

Responsibilities:

Work under the general supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent. Supervise golf course maintenance operations and employees as required and assigned. Determine work procedures, prepare work schedules, and expedite workflow. Assist in the supervision and control of all maintenance expenses associated with golf course operations, including payroll, supplies, chemicals, and fertilizers. Supervise and participate in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the golf course in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Implement the Superintendent's water usage tracking plan and irrigation system and provide input for monthly reporting on retaining ponds, wells, and other water source usage. Assist in overseeing the care and maintenance of the turf, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, and wetlands. Assist in the mowing and maintenance of golf course fairways, rough, greens, tee area and other open space areas; changing cups; raking the bunkers; oversee and assist in the maintenance of sprinkler systems and the repair and installation of sprinkler lines and heads. o Oversee the seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, and the pest and weed control of the golf course. Supervise and assist the staff on the planting of new vegetation, the replacement, spraying, pruning, and trimming of trees and shrubs, the preparation of soil plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements and tending to high stress areas. Oversee employees in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and power equipment. Assist in supervising and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the golf course in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Ability and knowledge to lay out irrigation patterns, drainage patterns, construct tees and/or greens. Ability to use arithmetic to measure, compute number of materials to use, and to inspect product and be sure it confirms to requirements. Knowledge of management and maintenance of greens, fairways and rough Knowledge of use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf course construction and maintenance work. Ability to work outside for long periods of time and in all kinds of weather, performing tasks that require physical strength and endurance. Schedule maintenance practices around play and outings to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to golfers. Promote player satisfaction through quality maintenance and communications. All other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Three (3) to five (5) years' experience as an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent or First Assistant or observed performance demonstrating the skills and abilities to excel in the positions. At least one (1) year of supervisory experience. Advance computer skills required for financial reporting and control of operations, including use of Microsoft Office Suite. * Pesticide Application License.