Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Course in Lake Placid, Florida is looking for a Golf Course Superintendent.

Position Overview:
Responsibilities:
• Turfgrass Management: Oversee mowing, fertilization, aeration, and weed control. Develop turf management programs to maintain optimal playing conditions.
• Irrigation System Management: Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper water distribution. Schedule watering cycles and adjust sprinkler heads for efficiency.
• Pest & Disease Control: Implement integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Conduct regular inspections and apply treatments to prevent outbreaks.
• Course Maintenance & Playability: Maintain greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and cart paths. Ensure the course is safe and playable for golfers.
• Staff Supervision & Training: Hire, train, and manage groundskeepers and maintenance staff. Provide technical and safety training to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Budget & Resource Management: Oversee maintenance expenses and manage the budget efficiently. Order supplies, equipment, and materials as needed.
• Environmental & Sustainability Practices: Develop water conservation strategies. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Communication & Coordination: Work closely with club management to enhance the golfing experience. Communicate with golfers about course conditions and upcoming maintenance.

Requirements:
Proven experience in golf course groundskeeping.
Thorough knowledge of the construction of golf courses and the ability to maintain golf course tees, fairways, and greens.
Proficient with the maintenance of different types of turf used on golf courses, the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants and shrubs.
Knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, soil conditioners, herbicides and pest control materials and methods.
Possess thorough knowledge of drainage control methods, watering, and irrigations systems, including wells, pumps, and automatic controls.
Familiarity with groundskeeping equipment and tools.

Compensation:
$80,000 – $90,000 per year.

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

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