Assistant Superintendent

Gamble Sands in Brewster, WA is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Full-Time Assistant Superintendent! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour

Job Overview:

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent is a key member of the property's agronomy leadership team. This role directly supports the Golf Course Superintendent and Director of Agronomy in managing day-to-day operations, maintenance, and crew supervision across the golf course, clubhouse grounds, and facilities. The ideal candidate is a passionate, detail-oriented professional looking to advance their career in turfgrass management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Crew Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise the daily tasks of the grounds crew, foremen, and technicians.
• Agronomic Applications: Calibrate, operate, and track chemical and fertilizer sprayers in compliance with safety regulations.
• Irrigation Management: Oversee moisture monitoring, hand watering, scheduling, system troubleshooting, and hardware repairs.
• Course Preparation: Manage daily course setup, tournament preparation, and conditioning standards to ensure top playability.
• Administrative Support: Assist with recordkeeping, safety training documentation, and managing operating and capital budgets.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: A 2-to-4-year degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in golf course maintenance, with preference given to prior supervisory or specialized technician roles.
• Licensing: Possession of (or the ability to obtain within 90 days) a valid State Pesticide Applicator License.
• Technical Skills: General proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Word, irrigation central control systems, and complex mechanical equipment.
• Professional Affiliation: Current membership (or a path toward it) in the GCSAA or local regional chapters.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Requires working long hours, early mornings, weekends, and holidays according to seasonal needs.

• Heavy physical labor involved, including walking, lifting up to 50 lbs, and exposure to fluctuating outdoor weather conditions.

Benefits & Other Compensation:

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Retirement Benefits - 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)

• Time Off - Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company's discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.