ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

Overview
Under the superintendents supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, roughs and all other golf course property; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendents capacity in his/her absence.

General Responsibilities

- Supervise and assist in the construction and maintenance of the golf course(s)

- Supervise and assist in the maintenance and repair of construction and golf course maintenance equipment

- Supervises the employees and the use of the equipment

- Schedules work

- Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline

Reporting
The assistant golf course superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent.

Typical Functions

- Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees, fairways and roughs and all other golf course property.

- Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment

- Supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment

- Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.

- May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretations.

- Performs any and all other duties as directed by supervisor.

Employee Standards

- Associates or Bachelors degree or extensive experience in turf grass or a closely related field

- Working knowledge of the maintenance of the golf course tees, fairways, rough, seeding and the maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest controls methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.

- Proven leadership capabilities

- Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations.

- Possession of a valid drivers license

- Requires current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.

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