St Cloud - Assistant Superintendent

Thompson Golf Group • St. Cloud, MN

2d • $50 - $58

About The Position

The assistant golf course superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent. In conjunction with the superintendent, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course; supervises the maintenance staff to see that the course is maintained in accordance with the Clubs maintenance standards; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence.

Requirements

• A certificate, or two or four year degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, or Agronomy preferred.
• Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways 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; drainage control methods; irrigation systems, including wells, pumps, and automatic controls.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; maintain effective employee and public relations.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Required to obtain a MN pesticide applicators license within first 60 days of employment.
• Good organizational and verbal skills.
• Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitors and develops subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas, write and read member communication.
• Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up to 80 lbs., up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 20 lbs. constantly. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting.

Nice To Haves

• A certificate, or two or four year degree in Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, or Agronomy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in day-to-day operations of the facility.
• Supervise, train, and work with seasonal staff to build a solid team environment.
• Prepare and submit weekly employee schedules to insure efficient use of employees.
• Helps monitor the course for disease pressure, moisture issues (both dry and wet), turf decline, and other pests.
• Must have the ability to make pesticide and fertilizer applications, calibrate equipment, properly document applications, keep an inventory, and the ability to take notes.
• Irrigation scheduling, repair, and maintenance of a Toro irrigation system with Osmac controllers and Lynx operating system.
• Knowledge and ability to properly hand-water turf.
• Be willing to work on average a 40 to 55 hour week depending on need, and every third weekend during the golf season.
• Have the ability to work in the Winter elements on snow removal, and various outside Winter tasks.
• Attend and participate in weekly department and other periodic employee and member meetings.
• Conduct weekly facility walk through to ensure the facility is safe and presentable.
• Operate within all guidelines, policies, standards and constraints as established by Hampton Golf.

Benefits

• Medical(Aetna)/Dental(DeltaDental)/Vision(EyeMed) Coverage
• Employee/Spouse/Child Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance
• HSA option
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year of employment
• Paid Vacation and Holiday Pay for 7 holidays.
• Golf Benefits, Meal and Merchandise discount at each Thompson Golf Management course
• Team Member Referral Program and more!
• Paid Sick Time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree