Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Club in Greenville, Delaware is looking for an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview:
The ideal candidate will consider this position a partnership to further enhance their career goals while at the same time delivering the highest possible product to members and guests.

Initial Priorities of Position:
• Leads the technical aspects of chemical/fertilizer applications (including mixing, safety compliance, record keeping and making applications utilizing 2023 Toro GPS MultiPro sprayers), water management and cultural practices.
• Ensures daily standards are being met through small crew management, collaborating with other Assistants and Superintendent.
• Assist in the planning and execution of daily course maintenance activities, including mowing, irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and weed management. Ensure that the course is maintained to the highest standards of playability and aesthetics.
• Oversee and provide guidance to the maintenance staff, including training, scheduling, and task assignment. Ensure that all staff members are properly trained in equipment operation, safety protocols, and course maintenance practices.
• Assist in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the course’s irrigation system (Toro Lynx).
• Assist in preparing the golf course for tournaments, events, and daily play. This may involve setting up tee markers, hole locations, signage, and coordinating with the golf shop or event organizers.

Key Responsibilities, Skills, and Aptitude:
• Perform routine safety inspections on all spraying and fertilizer equipment.
• Reads, understands and keeps current up-to-date material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with governmental regulations.
• Responsible for ensuring the safety and direction of chemical/fertilizer handlers and/or helpers.
• Maintain a log of applications and files related reports.
• Responsible for hand spraying and maintaining proper mixing amounts and application techniques.
• Keep up-to-date on knowledge of chemicals/fertilizers that are being applied.
• Ensure proper calibration of all spraying/fertilizing equipment.
• Supervise and assist maintenance staff in daily duties.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensure associates obtain proper license needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations. Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manage department members that may include, but is not limited to: Environmental Technician.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.

Requirements:
Preferred:
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or equivalent from a 2-or-4-year college in agronomy, plant or turfgrass science is preferred.
4 + years of relevant experience.
Have or be able to obtain a DE Pesticide Applicators License within 60 days of hire.
Experience in a private club setting is preferred, but not required.
Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

Compensation:
$65,000 – $80,000 per year.

How to apply:
Please apply via the URL provided.

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