2nd ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT bei Ashland Golf Club

Description

Landscapes Golf Management and Ashland Golf Club are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support the maintenance operations of our premier golf course. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual looking to advance their career in golf course management within a dynamic and professional environment.

Since 1968, Ashland Golf Club, crafted by architects Dick Watson and Henry Hughes, delivers an unparalleled golfing adventure. This semi-private course features a distinctive mix of nines; the front offers a classic feel with smaller greens and mature trees, while the back challenges with larger greens and strategic hazards. The 16th hole, with its narrow fairway, elevated green, and surrounding hazards, stands as the ultimate test.  To learn more about Ashland Golf Club - visit www.ashlandgolfclub.com. 

Our Values Bring Us Together; Our Expertise Sets Us Apart.  We at LGM believe these values are instrumental to our daily operations.  LGM Values:   Do the Right Thing, Take Care of Each Other, Find a Way, Lead, Be the Best

To learn more about Landscapes Golf Management visit www.landscapesgolf.com . 

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent and 1st Assistant Superintendent directs and participates in all turfgrass maintenance cultural practices and programs on the property.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Instructs equipment operators and ground maintenance personnel on the operation and care of mowing and all other equipment and tools.
2. Performs pesticide and fertilizer applications. Ability to operate and calibrate sprayer and spreader application equipment.
3. Directs and participates in the operation and maintenance of the irrigation and drainage systems.
4. Prepares daily assignments. Works directly with staff to see assignments are performed to level needed to maintain the golf course to acceptable playing conditions.
5. Makes decisions in absence of Golf Course Superintendent and First Assistant Superintendent.
6. Responsible for fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide and fungicide applications to the various course locations and comprehensive records of applications.
7. Obtains and upholds pesticide and/or fertilizer license. 8. Assists with recordkeeping of all maintenance practices on the golf course.
8. Complies with golf course etiquette rules.
9. Must be well mannered, display a smile at all times, greet guests, member and fellow employees when encountered, show appreciation to the guests and the members, and demonstrate a willingness to help guests and members at all times.
10. Possesses and understanding of the importance of safety and sees that safe operation procedures are observed in all daily activities. Administers the Safety Program.
11. Attends and actively participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
12. Performs additional assignments per the direction of club or Company managers.

WORK HOURS AND CONDITIONS

Work hours may include early mornings and evenings on weekdays, weekends and holidays. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. May be exposed to inclement (non-threatening) weather, plant protection products, fertilizers, misdirected golf balls, and sharp and rapid equipment movement on a daily basis. Injury may result as a result of exposure to the above if safety policies and practices are not properly followed.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

1. Requires working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways, greens; the seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; the planting cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
2. Excellent oral and written communication skills
3. Ability to operate and maintain tools and machines associated with the upkeep of the golf course.
4. Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Two or four-year turf grass management degree or related field preferred. 

2. Minimum two years’ experience on golf course maintenance crew. 

3. Basic understanding of irrigation system operation/repair 

4. Previous fertilizer, pesticide and herbicide application/calibration experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Seeing and hearing: read documents, computer screen, answer phones, communicate in person 0-50%
• Standing and walking 50-100%
• Climbing, stooping, squatting and kneeling 50-100%
• Dexterity: utilizing phone, typing, and writing 0-24%
• Lift in excess of 50 pounds 25%-75%

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description may be changed or updated at any time without notice.