Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Course in Palm City, Florida is looking for an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview:
The position will work closely with the Superintendent and Lead Assistant and involve (but not be limited to) the following duties:
• Assist in scheduling, training, supervision and evaluation of employees.
• Participates in fertilizer / pesticide applications and calibrates all application equipment regularly.
• Maintains records of fertilizer, pesticide and irrigation applications as well as inventories of consumables.
• Supervises and participates in the operation, repair and maintenance of the irrigation and drainage systems.
• Assists in ensuring a safe working environment in all aspects for all employees.
• Assists in the oversight of outside vendors and contractors.
• Assists in mowing, course set up, handwatering or any other duty requested of him based on the daily operational needs of the golf course.

Requirements:
2 or 4-year Turf Management/Science Degree, Turf Management Certificate or other associate’s degree preferred.
2+ years of on-the-job, golf course experience.
Have a working understanding of irrigation repair/maintenance, as well as chemical /fertilizer application and calibration.
Basic computer skills with programs like MS Word, Excel and any of the latest versions of Central Irrigation System controls (we currently run Toro Lynx).
Be an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with the ability to quickly adjust and adapt to a dynamic working environment.
Maintain a professional image at all times and lead by example, keeping in mind the standards and expectations of both the Department and Club.
Have a valid, state issued, drivers license.
Either currently have a valid state of Florida issued commercial applicator license or be able to obtain one within 90-days of employment.
Be able to lift 50+ lb. bags/containers repetitively and work outside year-round in all weather conditions.
Be available to work weekends, some holidays and be able to respond to any emergency call-in situations after “normally” scheduled hours.
Understand that the nature of this profession may regularly require working shifts longer than 8-hours in order to complete necessary tasks.
Pass a standard drug screening prior to employment.

Compensation:
$65,000 – $75,000 per year.

How to apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email provided.

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