Assistant Golf Course Superintendent in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina at Greenwood Communities and Resorts Inc

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting the Superintendents in supervising crew, dispersing daily crew work assignments, and participating in the maintenance of the golf courses.

• Ensures golf course grounds are maintained at pristine, tournament quality conditions
• Assists in supervising and training a crew of 20 plus employees
• Maintains and directs repairs to irrigation system
• Ensures that all fertilizer and pesticide applications are applied and recorded according to the product label
• Operates and maintains golf course equipment when necessary
• Follows all state and local safety and environmental standards
• Other duties as directed.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Extensive knowledge of turf, soil, fertilizers, pesticides, golf course equipment and irrigation technology
• Possess strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work flexible schedule and long hours when necessary
• Keen attention to detail and strong sense of urgency

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

• 2 or 4 year degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Facilities Maintenance or related field preferred but not mandatory
• SC Certified pesticide applicators license or able to obtain one within 60 days.

SENSORY/PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Endure long hours of being exposed to all types of weather conditions
• Required to walk and stand for lengthy periods of time
• Frequently requires the ability to bend, squat, twist, kneel, and climb
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-70 lbs.