Assistant Superintendent

Esplanade Golf & Country Club, located in Naples, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Assistant Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon, you'll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Under the Superintendents' supervision, the Assistant Superintendent participates in all maintenance of the golf course; tees, greens, fairways, roughs, cart paths, etc. Supervises the maintenance staff and does related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains foreman, irrigations technician and other employees in the maintenance department
• Prepares weekly schedules for foreman, irrigations staff and other employees in the maintenance department
• Monitors inventory of all maintenance equipment and the use of the equipment, preventative maintenance schedule, and safety training
• Works closely with Superintendent in managing annual budget and maintenance recordkeeping
• Works closely with Superintendent in preparing short-term and long-term agronomic strategies to maintenance of the golf course daily, weekly, monthly and yearly fertilization, irrigation, etc. schedules
• Calibrates and operates pesticide sprayers
• Institute and implement all Troon Human Resources guidelines
• Assists Superintendent in informing members about present and future maintenance activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Education and Experience Requirements

• 1-3 years turf grass management experience required
• Supervisory experience required
• A four-year college degree preferred, but not required
• GCSAA Member or apprentice preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of budgeting and expense management
• Must possess basic computer skills - Word and Excel
• Must have a strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business
• Must be highly organized and efficient with a high attention to detail
• Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Must Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions

• Physical activity including long periods (6-8 hours) of standing, walking, bending, and scooping
• Regularly to reach with arms and hands
• Occasionally will be required to lift up to 30lbs.
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards
• Noise level is typically moderate to loud
• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season
• Work weekends and holidays

About Troon

Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world's largest professional club management company. We offer careers around the world at all levels of golf operations, opportunities for professional development, growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. For more information about the Troon Experience, please visit https://www.troon.com/.