Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Department: Agronomy / Golf Course Maintenance
Reports To: Director of Maintenance / Golf Course Superintendent
FLSA Status: Exempt or Non-Exempt (Based on Experience & Responsibilities)
Compensation
$20.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, certifications, and experience.
Benefits May Include
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Golf Privileges
- Uniform Allowance
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Pesticide License & Professional Development Assistance
- Retirement Benefits (if applicable)
Position Summary
The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent assists the Director of Maintenance/Golf Course Superintendent in planning, coordinating, and maintaining Cottonwood Country Club's golf course, practice facilities, landscape areas, irrigation systems, and supporting club grounds.
This position provides daily leadership for the maintenance team while helping ensure the golf course consistently meets the Club's expectations for conditioning, playability, presentation, and member satisfaction. Responsibilities include agronomic planning, irrigation management, pesticide applications, equipment coordination, staff supervision, budgeting assistance, and long-term course improvement projects.
The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent serves as the acting department leader during the Superintendent's absence and is expected to lead by example while maintaining a safe, efficient, and professional work environment.
The successful candidate is a motivated, hands-on leader with a passion for golf course maintenance, continuous improvement, and developing employees.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Golf Course Maintenance
- Assist in the daily preparation and maintenance of all golf course playing surfaces.
- Supervise mowing, rolling, aerification, verticutting, topdressing, overseeding, and seasonal cultural practices.
- Monitor greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, native areas, and landscape beds to maintain exceptional playing conditions.
- Evaluate turf conditions and recommend improvements.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and daily reports.
- Assist with tournament preparation and special events.
Irrigation Management
- Assist in programming, scheduling, and monitoring the irrigation system.
- Troubleshoot irrigation controllers, satellites, valves, pumps, sprinkler heads, wiring, and electrical components.
- Monitor soil moisture and adjust irrigation schedules based on weather conditions, moisture readings, and turf health.
- Perform irrigation repairs and coordinate larger repair projects.
- Promote efficient water management and conservation practices.
- Maintain accurate irrigation records and maps.
Agronomic Responsibilities
- Assist with fertilizer and pesticide applications in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Scout for turf diseases, insects, weeds, and environmental stress.
- Assist in developing fertility, moisture management, and plant health programs.
- Maintain pesticide application records.
- Assist with seasonal renovation projects and turf establishment.
- Monitor playing conditions and recommend cultural practices that improve turf performance.
Staff Leadership
- Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and training maintenance employees.
- Conduct daily morning meetings and assign work responsibilities.
- Monitor work quality, productivity, and efficiency.
- Coach employees while promoting teamwork, accountability, and professional development.
- Foster a positive workplace culture built on safety, communication, and respect.
- Assist with employee evaluations and performance improvement.
Equipment & Shop Operations
- Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules for all turf equipment.
- Monitor equipment condition and communicate repair needs.
- Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, troubleshooting, and diagnostics.
- Work closely with mechanics and vendors to minimize downtime.
- Maintain equipment maintenance records.
- Promote proper equipment operation and care among staff.
Club Grounds & Facility Support
Assist in maintaining:
- Clubhouse grounds
- Landscape beds
- Parking lots
- Tennis courts
- Pickleball courts
- Swimming pool surroundings
- Maintenance facilities
- Practice facilities
- Walking paths and common areas
Assist with irrigation, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and facility-related repairs as needed.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Assist with annual budgeting and operational planning.
- Maintain inventory of fertilizer, chemicals, irrigation supplies, seed, fuel, and shop materials.
- Coordinate deliveries and vendor relationships.
- Prepare maintenance reports and documentation.
- Support capital improvement and renovation projects.
- Assist with purchasing and inventory management.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA and all applicable safety standards.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Serve as Acting Golf Course Superintendent during absences.
- Respond to emergencies and weather-related events outside normal operating hours when necessary.
- Represent the maintenance department professionally with members, guests, vendors, and fellow department managers.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Science, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent golf course maintenance experience may be considered.
- Minimum of three (3) years of golf course maintenance or related grounds management experience.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of irrigation systems and golf course maintenance equipment.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
- Utah Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).
- Ability to obtain additional certifications as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Toro irrigation systems (Toro Lynx experience preferred).
- Experience operating and adjusting reel mowers.
- Knowledge of moisture management practices.
- Experience operating spray equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude with turf equipment.
- Understanding of OSHA safety standards.
- Experience preparing for tournaments and special events.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Commitment to producing exceptional golf course conditions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and maintenance software.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, lift, and carry throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment and power tools.
- Availability for occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-outs.
Why Join Cottonwood Country Club?
Cottonwood Country Club is committed to maintaining exceptional golf course conditions while investing in the professional development of its employees. This position provides an outstanding opportunity to gain hands-on experience in golf course management, agronomy, irrigation, leadership, budgeting, and long-term planning while working alongside an experienced management team.
We encourage continuing education and support employees pursuing professional certifications and career advancement within the golf course management industry.
Professional Development Opportunities
Cottonwood Country Club supports employees who are committed to advancing their careers through:
- Utah Pesticide Applicator Licensing
- Continuing Education & Industry Conferences
- Irrigation Management Training
- Leadership Development
- Equipment Training
- Golf Course Superintendent Career Advancement
