Job Description
Overview POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Golf Course Superintendent s main purpose is to lead by example; this position is responsible for all golf course maintenance operations . The Superintendent is accountable for employee safety, environmental stewardship, financial management , equipment maintenance, and all agronomic practices on the golf course ; assist others within the Company as needed or as requested ; advise D irector of Golf and others on the Executiv e Team re garding policy, operational strat egies, pur chasing programs, etc.?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Plans, organizes, and directs the maintenance of greens, tees , fairways , rough , and water features.
- Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants.
- Supervises the operation, repair and record keeping for all maintenance equipment.
- Oversees the golf cart repair , preventative maintenance and general maintenance.
- Kee p s accurate records of annual maintenance activities and costs.
- Prepare s annual maintenance budget and agronomic plan including capital expense and equipment requests .
- Implements sound purchasing procedures using preferred vendors when possible.
- Manages an aggressive water usage tracking plan and irrigation systems and provides monthly reporting on retaining ponds, wells, and other water source usage.
- Provides timely coding of invoices and other required documents.
- Implements and carries out all policies, government regulations, acquire s proper licenses, and handle s environmental issues.
- Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees to ensure staff are working within OSHA, club safety, state, and federal guidelines for safe working conditions.
- Maintain a team atmosphere within the maintenance department and with all other departments.
- Oversees subordinates in proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and power equipment.
- Operates equipment and machinery.
- Supervises and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the Club's grounds in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Hold s regularly scheduled staff meetings ; Participates in weekly golf course meetings with DOG.
- Supervises and controls all maintenance expenses associated with Golf Course Operations, including payroll, supplies, chemicals, and fertilizers.
- Hold s quarter ly safety meetings and document s agenda and attendees .
- Attend s staff meetings and other meetings as necessary
- Maintains records and completes required reporting. Order s parts, supplies, and equipment as needed.
- Recruits, supervises, and retains golf maintenance staff. Conducts employee performance evaluations and exercises coachings and disciplinary action.
- Maintains a clean , organized, and safe maintenance facility.
- Schedules maintenance practices around member and guest play to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption s
- Assures compliance with local, state, and federal law
- Oversees Equinox property snow removal and winter maintenance activities when necessary
- Assures proper handling and storage of all chemicals and fertilizers per label and law
- Must demonstrate a positive attitude at all times; Must provide outstanding customer service to all internal and external customers
- Practice safe work habits to avoid injury to self- and others
- Report all cases of injury, theft, or loss immediately to D irector of Golf and General Manager
Working Conditions
- Ability to adapt to extremes of temperature and inclement weather consistent with outdoor working environment.
- Must be able to lift of to 50 lbs with or without assistance; bend , turn reach, stand for long period of time, sit for long periods of time.
Responsibilities EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - 2-year Degree or Certificate in Turf Management (or related field, like agronomy, horticulture, plant science, soil science) required
- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Golf Superintendent or 1st Assistant required
- Certification by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America strongly preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE
- Pesticide Application License
PI6bb8f542a0e5-26289-38857749
The Equinox Resort
Job Tags
Local area, Immediate start,