Assistant-in-Training Jobs

By Jupiter Island Club, 1 hour ago - updated 1 hour ago - Hobe Sound, Florida

The Jupiter Island Club is seeking a motivated individual. This individual must have a good eye for detail and a passion for this  industry. The individual will be working closely with the 1st and 2nd assistant. This position will be involved with day to day planning and have the ability to run small crews and projects. The Jupiter Island Club was renovated in 2016 with Celebration fairways and rough, TifEagle greens, TifGrand approaches, and bunkers have G-Angle sand. The Jupiter Island Club uses a reverse osmosis plant and we have a unique drainage system.

By Spring Brook Country Club, March 27 - Morristown, New Jersey

Established in 1921 and designed by Walter Travis, Spring Brook Country Club is a family oriented, private club dedicated to providing an outstanding golf course and excellence in social and other sporting activities in a welcoming, friendly atmosphere while preserving the rich history of the club. SBCC is currently in the beginning stages of green, tee, fairway and bunker renovation project with architect Ian Andrews of Ian Andrews Golf Design. The goal is to start project work this Fall and complete as much work as possible before the 2021 season which will be our 100th year anniversary and host to the NJ State Open. This will be the 7th State Open the club has hosted, along with two NJ State Amateurs and one NJ Senior PGA.   Renovation work will be mostly performed in-house along side our architect, shaper and small crew.   The individual who is hired will not only be involved in all aspects of the renovation but assisting with the development of a new maintenance program, culture practices and management style.  I encourage input from assistants to aid in the productivity of the crew and maintenance program. Also, this individual with help with managing the crew on a daily basis and head projects during the renovation period.   This is a great opportunity to advance one's career in all aspects of golf course maintenance.   A.I.T.'s  will be exposed to every aspect of golf course maintenance.  Which includes; Course set up. Daily mowing practices Moisture management on all playing surfaces Pesticide and fertilizer applications Irrigation and equipment  maintenance and repair  

By Victoria National Golf Club, March 24 - Newburgh, Indiana

Victoria National's now part of an exclusive network that is looking to bring back the purest of golf experiences.  VNGC is a Golf Digest #43 rated golf club in the country, and #83 in the world and is currently seeking an Assistant in Training that is eager to have opportunities to visit other courses and assist with tournament preparations and cultivation at our other facilities . Victoria National is a Tom Fazio completed design finished in 1998. Located in Newburgh, Indiana, Victoria National is located less than 3 hours from St. Louis, Nashville, Indianapolis, and Louisville. Victoria National is a large 18 hole property with 420 acres of lakes and native grasses. Victoria National has all L-93 bentgrass championship conditioned playing surfaces with bluegrass/fescue rough giving our Assistant in Training’s a great opportunity managing cool-season turfgrass in the heart of the transition zone. Victoria National is home to the Korn Ferry Tour Championship in the end of August.  Victoria National is also  apart of the Dormie Network (as discussed above) which owns 6 exclusive golf clubs across the country. Being apart of this network will allow for strong movement upward as we are consistently looking for positions  throughout the network.

By The Reserve at Moonlight Basin, March 24 - updated March 24 - Big Sky, Montana

The Reserve at Moonlight Basin is now accepting applications for an Assistant in training. Moonlight Basin is an 18 private golf course located at 7000 feet of elevation in Big Sky, MT. Moonlight Basin was rated #2 best new private course by Golf Digest in 2016.  This position will be involved with all aspects of maintaining the golf course and will play a vital role in our responsibility of providing outstanding course conditions to our members and guests. This is a full time year round position with excellent benefits.     DEPARTMENT:                   Golf Course Maintenance   POSITION:                           Assistant Superintendent in Training   REPORTS TO:                     Assistant Superintendent     JOB OVERVIEW: The assistant in training, under supervision of the assistant golf course superintendent operates all heavy machinery, works with all golf course related equipment, oversees small crew work assignments, and inspects course conditions. This position will also assist the golf course maintenance department with their winter responsibilities including snow removal, ice rink maintenance, and cross country trail grooming.    Standard Specifications: Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

By The Cliffs, March 23 - updated March 23 - Marietta, South Carolina

The Cliffs at Mountain Park is a Gary Player design, North of Greenville South Carolina in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  This links style course, with the North Saluda River winding throughout the property, opened in 2013 and features Diamond Zoysia across the tees and fairways. The course also has MiniVerde Bermuda greens, and fine fescue rough framing each hole.  We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our management team so we can help you develop the necessary skills in all aspects of turf management.      Candidate will focus on improving their skill sets on the following: * Proper water management * Proper calibration and application of chemicals and fertilizers * Irrigation repairs and installation * Development of leadership skills focusing on crew supervision

By Inverness Club, March 7 - updated March 7 - Toledo, Ohio

Inverness Club               Golf Course Turf Team Position     History:   Located in Toledo, Ohio the prestigious Inverness Club has cemented its place in professional golf history. With a rich history of hosting major tour events including the 1920,1931,1957 and 1979 U.S Opens as well as the 1986, 1993 PGA Championship and 2003 and 2011 U.S Senior Open the Inverness Club is highly dedicated to providing the most elite playing surfaces possible for the best players in the world.  The club also has multiple upcoming events including the 2021 Solheim Cup. Originally designed in 1903 Inverness was built on a unique undulated plot of land, in 1916 the club hired Donald Ross to construct a championship caliber golf course.     Turf Graduate Mission:               Working with four-time major host and experienced leader, John Zimmers, Inverness is seeking highly motivated and determined interns and turf graduates. Amidst an immense course renovation all interns and graduates will be exposed to all facets of golf course construction as well as our day to day tasks. Interns are expected to have a positive attitude, be prompt and on time in a professional manner and most importantly eager to learn.     Responsibilities:   ·         Perform all mowing tasks on the golf course. (Greens, Approaches, Tees, Rough and Fairways)   ·         Rolling   ·         All aspects of bunker maintenance   ·         Participate in daily course preparation (selecting hole locations and moving tee markers).   ·         All types of Aerification and cultural practices.   ·         Chemical and fertility applications and calibration   ·         Irrigation and drainage installation, troubleshooting and repair   ·         All forms of watering on various playing surfaces   ·         Efficiently leading groups in various tasks   Application Instructions:               Send cover letter and resume to Ryan Kaczor at Rkaczor@Invernessclub.com.

By Atlanta Athletic Club, March 6 - Johns Creek, Georgia

Atlanta Athletic Club is a private 36 hole course, located 25 miles North of Atlanta. The club has played host to multiple PGA events and most recently hosted the 2017 Palmer Cup.  This person will obtain extensive experience in the following years as it pertains to golf course renovations (2020 driving range floor, 2022 full-course renovation) along with the preparation and involvement in tournaments (2020 Georgia Men’s State Amateur, 2021 Women’s LPGA Championship)    The Assistant Superintendent in Training reports directly to the Superintendent.  He or she will be responsible for correct calibration; mixing and application of all fertilizers and pesticides applied to greens, tees, fairways, rough and any other areas as directed by the Superintendent, 1st Assistant Superintendent, and/or 2nd Assistant Superintendent. He or she will assist in the direction of the staff and employees, and also complete related work as required.

By Caves Valley Golf Club, March 6 - Owings Mills, Maryland

Caves Valley Golf Club is an 18-hole, private golf only facility located 15 miles northwest of Baltimore, Maryland. The Tom Fazio design has been consistently ranked as one of the top courses in the state of Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. Since its opening in 1991, Caves Valley Golf Club has hosted several events, including the 1995 US Mid Am, the 2002 US Senior Open, and the 2017 Constellation Senior Players Championship. Caves Valley will be the host site of the 2021 BMW Championship. The golf course consists of Pure Distinction bentgrass greens, Penncross bentgrass tees and fairways with a Tall Fescue, Kentucky Bluegrass and Perennial Ryegrass mixture for rough. Caves Valley Golf Club is looking for highly motivated, team-oriented individuals with a goal of advancing in the turf industry. Individuals will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent and Senior Assistant Golf Course Superintendent in developing their skill set in an array of management tasks necessary to provide the championship conditions Caves Valley seeks. Tasks include, but are not limited to: Daily Task Scheduling Course Set Up Plant Protectant/Fertilizer Calibration and Application Irrigation Scheduling Irrigation Repair and Troubleshooting New Irrigation Installation Greens Moisture Management Golf Course Construction including Bunkers, Tees, Approaches, Intermediates Tournament Preparation 2021 BMW Championship  The position will provide opportunities to lead and motivate staff to complete tasks in a timely manner, as well as lead and execute an assortment of large projects. Caves Valley is currently in the process of renovating Tees, Bunkers, Approaches, and intermediate roughs. AIT’s will also have an opportunity to be a part of a state-of-the-art irrigation system that will begin installation in the fall of 2020. Individuals will have the option for paid tournament volunteer experience to help diversify their network and skill sets.

By Fishers island Club, February 25 - updated March 6 - Fishers Island, New York

The Fishers Island Club is a private 18 hole seaside links course designed by Seth Raynor in 1927. With ocean views from every tee and every green the course is ranked in the Top 100 by every publication. The Course is currently ranked #9 in the US by Golf Week, #11 in the US and #17 in the World by Golf Digest, and #11 in the US and #19 in the World by Golf Magazine. This is a seasonal position that typically runs from March-December.

By Century Country Club, March 4 - Purchase, New York

Century Country Club is a 1924 H.S. Colt and C.H. Alison designed private club approximately 25 minutes north of New York City. Century is a very progressive club in the competitive New York Metropolitan market. At the end of 2017 Architect Keith Foster finished a two-phase renovation, which included greens expansions and regrading, regrassing green surrounds, installation of  Better Billy Bunkers liners with Pro angle sand,  fairway contouring , rebuilding tees, tree removal and pruning, and rerouting of natural cart paths. In addition, a short game practice facility was rebuilt and a second green was added to the complex along with a reshaped and contoured putting green. Within the last 5 years, other projects off the course have included the construction of a state of the art Turf Care Facility and Environmental Center. The addition of a Tennis Bubble over three courts for year round play, renovations and additions to the pool area, and various landscape and hardscape improvements throughout the property.   Tasks during the 2020 season will include mowing, fertilizer and pesticide applications and the calibration of this equipment. In addition to the above, hand watering, irrigation troubleshooting, and the ability to operate all of the equipment/machinery at our facility will be required. This is an entry level position on our Turf Management team, with the potential for advancement.

By Westhaven Golf Club, March 3 - Franklin , Tennessee

Westhaven Golf Club is an 18 hole private golf club located just south of Nashville in Franklin, TN. We are looking for a hard working, self motivated individual to join our team as an assistant-in-training. The golf club opened for play in 2010 and currently has Bentgrass greens, Zorro zoysia collars and fairways, and Bermuda tees and fairways. The assistant in training will be involved with all aspects of course maintenance. An exciting opportunity awaits with the possibility for Greens conversion to Bermuda in the near future. Other possible renovations include enhancements to the Practice facilities.   

By Interlachen Country Club, March 2 - Edina, Minnesota

Interlachen Country Club (ICC) is accepting resumes for the position of Assistant-in-Training (AIT). Established in 1909, ICC is recognized among the preeminent private, family country clubs in the nation. The club’s Donald Ross golf course design, most recently ranked #58 on Golf Digest’s List of Top 100 Courses in America, was the home of the 1930 U.S. Open where Bobby Jones won the third leg of his Grand Slam. ICC has a very active membership which keeps the day-to-day operation of maintaining the golf course fun and exciting. The ICC Grounds Team works out of a state-of-the-art maintenance facility constructed in 2009 that they take great pride in. Most recent capital improvements include a clubhouse renovation completed in Spring of 2019, installation of Better Billy Bunkers completed in Fall of 2017, irrigation system including Toro Lynx VP completed in Fall of 2012. The current management staff remains active in the winter months by being responsible for all snow removal, hockey rink maintenance, tree-work, and accessory refurbishment. ICC has a tradition of excellence not only with club history but also with the team members. AIT’s are held to high standards and will be a vital part of the management team. It’s essential the AIT develops as a positive leader while working closely with the entire grounds team.

By Mayfield Country Club, March 2 - updated March 2 - South Euclid, Ohio

Mayfield Country Club is currently seeking an Assistant in Training candidate who is motivated and detailed oriented. The assistant in training will deal with all aspects of golf course management while working closely with the superintendent and assistants. Jobs will include but are not limited to daily course setup, mower operations, fertilizer and pesticide calibration and application, irrigation maintenance and repair, hand watering, topdressing, equipment maintenance, aerification, as well as helping with the management of the crew.

By Boot Ranch, February 28 - Fredericksburg, Texas

Boot Ranch is a Hal Sutton design, located in Fredericksburg the heart of the Texas Hill Country.  This premier property consists of an 18-hole 6th ranked Texas golf course, 34-acre golf practice park, Ranch club with pools and sports campus, clubhouse and a lake club nestled on an 11-acre lake.  In 2017 the club underwent a successful 3-million-dollar renovation including: the construction of the 1 acre putting green and community park, new bunkers with bunker solution liners, conversion of 28 bent-grass greens to tiff-eagle ultra-dwarf Bermuda, and several other changes to further improve the playability of the golf course. This position is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to advance in their career.  The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of the day to day operations of the golf course including but not limited to: staff management, daily planning, spraying, record keeping/recording data and water management.  The assistant in training will work closely with the superintendent, assistant, mechanic and a year-round crew of approximately 20.

By Merion Golf Club, February 28 - Ardmore, Pennsylvania

Merion Golf Club is private golf club in Ardmore, PA, established in 1896. The club has hosted more USGA championships than any other golf course in America and is home to some of history’s greatest golf moments. Merion’s historic East Course has been recently ranked 6th in the country, and 12th in the world while Merion’s West Course has become one of Philadelphia's premier golf courses and continues to improve every year. Merion Golf Club is looking for an Assistant-in-Training Golf Course Superintendent. The AIT reports directly to the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent and aids in the direction and participation in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths.   Essential Functions: Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment. Instructs equipment operations on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment Supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment Ensures cleanliness and workmanship of pesticide equipment, proper record keeping and training of Interns. Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems. Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety, personnel discipline and may also modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation. Assists as project foreman. Development of staff for career advancement. Perform all other tasks and duties assigned by the supervisor.

By Martis Camp Club, February 26 - updated February 27 - Truckee, California

Martis Camp is currently seeking self motivated, detail oriented candidate to apply for an Assistant in Training position available for this upcoming 2020 season.  These individuals will work alongside the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent and the Senior Assistant Superintendent to learn the ins and outs of running a large 18 hole operations and the leadership it entails. Jobs will include but are not limited to daily course setup, mower operations, fertilizer and pesticide calibration and application, irrigation maintenance and repair, hand watering, topdressing, aerification, as well as helping with the management of the crew. This job is for the full 2020 season and has the possibility to turn into a fulltime position.  Please send resume and cover letter when applying. Martis Camp is a private residential community located in north Lake Tahoe. The Tom Fazio designed golf course has Penn A4 putting surfaces, Dominant Plus bentgrass tees, and Kentucky bluegrass fairways.

By Rockaway River Country Club, February 26 - updated February 26 - Denville, New Jersey

Looking for a hard working,  motivated individual who is looking to learn and be part of a team.  

By Wianno Club, February 24 - Osterville, Massachusetts

The Wianno Club is a historic club located on the Nantucket Sound in Osterville, Massachusetts. Being a club rich in tradition dating back over a hundred years, we have been one of the staples of the game of golf on Cape Cod. We are currently looking to talk to candidates interested in our Assistant-In-Training position opening in March 2020. To be an AIT at Wianno, one will have a motivational drive to learn what it takes to be an Assistant Superintendent either here, or at another club. Each of our AIT's will have a major role in all of the daily golf course maintenance tasks such as the use of all equipment on the golf course, spraying, fertilizing, moisture management on all playing surfaces, and learning the basic functions of the Toro Lynx irrigation system. Our agronomic team promotes and maintains a culture where the conditions and play-ability are at the fore front with plant health coming in a close second. Modern tasks such as testing and research weigh heavily in our decisions behind each of our cultural practices. An AIT will learn how to collect and read soil tests, tissue tests, and as management we will instill the science behind turf management to each Assistant in training. Each AIT will get experience managing the staff throughout the season to build the basic essential leadership qualities necessary to become an Assistant Superintendent. In the coming years, we are focused on establishing our native grasses to uniformity, promoting thicker, denser turf from seed in detailed areas, as well as projects proposed to us by architect Gil Hanse. Some of these projects include tee and bunker construction, expansion of playing surfaces, and other smaller detailed projects.

By Barrington Hills Country Club, February 24 - Barrington, Illinois

Barrington Hills Country Club is a private country club designed and built in 1921 by George O’Neil. In 2020, the course will undergo a redesign of the bunkers orchestrated by Renaissance Golf, using Capillary Concrete. Only 32 miles northwest of Chicago in the quiet town of Barrington, Illinois, is a picturesque classic style course. It is comprised of bentgrass tees, fairways and original 1921 bent/poa push-up greens, Kentucky bluegrass roughs, all set in the classic parkland style layout.

By Oyster Harbors Club, February 18 - updated February 21 - Osterville, Massachusetts

Oyster Harbors Club is seeking a motivated individual for an assistant-in-training (2nd asst.) position.  The job description includes but is not limited to course setup, disease and pest monitoring, chemical and fertilizer applications, irrigation repair, crew supervision and overall course care.  The golf course is a 1926 Donald Ross 18 hole design with club grounds and tennis courts.

By Edina Country Club, February 21 - Edina, Minnesota

Edina Country Club is accepting cover letters, resumes, and references for the position of Assistant-in-Training.  Edina Country Club is a private country club located in the heart of the country club district in Edina.  The course was renovated by the Tom Lehman Design Group in 2010 and re-opened in July of 2011.  Construction scope included: USGA greens/T-1 bentgrass, bunkers, irrigation system, re-grassing of fairways and tees to Dominant X-treme 7. Other recent club projects have included a new short game practice area, conversion of thus far 6 acres to fine fescue/native areas, grassing line modifications, practice tee renovations.  A master plan has been approved by the Board of Directors and will be commencing over the next five years to enhance drainage, expand and improve upon tee complexes, expansion of fairways, and completing our fescue rough conversion.  Additionally, the club has the privilege of hosting the MN State Amateur this year. What are some of the items that we are looking for in a candidate to join this team: ·         First and foremost we need someone with a positive attitude and willingness to be part of and enhance a strong team dynamic and atmosphere.  Many things can change on a daily basis and more often than not those things can be out of your control but your attitude and how you approach each day is completely up to you.  ·         Having a strong willingness and eagerness to learn and develop your skillset as a professional is paramount to succeeding.  The Superintendent is eager to mentor but not eager to babysit and do the job of forcing the individual to develop.  You must take control of your future, no one will do it for you. ·         Asking questions and offering thoughtful solutions is expected.  We want complete buy-in and active participation and thinking from our entire staff and it starts with the full time staff to foster that environment. What are some of the items that we can offer to you in terms of growth and a possible employer / mentor: ·         We will expose you to fine bentgrass management at an upper level private country club with high expectations from a membership that understands that their golf course is their number one physical asset of the club. ·         We will expose you to anything that you as an employee want to learn about.  You must however show an active participation level and eagerness to learn. Budgets, committee structure, tournament preparation, project bidding / management, and purchasing are just a few items to name but if you are willing to put the time in to learn and understand we will take the time to teach you anything that we can or learn together. ·         We are a facility that is using technology to our benefit in how we manage grass including: o    GPS sprayers and variable rate applications o    Digital job board use to increase staff effiicieny. o    Daily drone flights to collect high resolution, NDVI, and Thermal Imagery to help drive irrigation decisions via Toro Lynx and collect data for fertilizer and pesticide GPS applications.   ·         We will expose you to a work environment that does take the job of managing a private country club facility seriously but we do not take it so seriously that we sacrifice our personal lives to achieve those results.  Everyone should have lives outside of their work environment and we encourage that.  On the same hand you need to take control of managing your time at work and managing your time away from work. ·         Ultimately the end goal is to prepare you to take on an Assistant Superintendent position at another facility or move directly into one at Edina CC when a position becomes open.

By Wykagyl Country Club, February 20 - updated February 21 - New Rochelle , New York

Assistant golf course superintendents report directly to the golf course superintendent. Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. Successful candidate will be trained to preform the following: ·        Participate in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedule work; and supervise the employees and the use of the equipment. ·         Instruct employees on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervise and preform pesticide applications and/or operate and calibrate pesticide application equipment; and  participate in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems. ·          Oversees personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline. ·         Participate in hiring and termination process ·         Create and modifies the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.  

By Due Process Stable and Golf, February 13 - Colts Neck, New Jersey

Due Process Stable is an 18-hole private Johnny Miller designed golf club located in Colts Neck, New Jersey. We have bentgrass fairways, tees, and bent poa USGA sand based greens. I'm looking for a motivated individual who can think on his own and is driven to produce world-class conditions. We have recently rebuilt bunkers on 14 holes and will finish the last four holes this fall. In the fall of 2020, we are slated to install a brand new irrigation system. 

By Greenwich Country Club, February 6 - updated February 13 - Greenwich, Connecticut

Founded in 1892, Greenwich Country Club was designed by Seth Raynor.  Located 35 miles northeast of NYC, GCC is a progressive club dedicated to providing the best playing conditions on a daily basis. GCC completed two major upgrades to the golf course in 2018/2019.  Rebuilding of all greens, surrounds and bunkers took place.  Transitioning from poa push-up greens to bentgrass USGA spec greens.  In conjunction a new state of the art Rainbird IC irrigation system and pump station was installed. In the spring of 2020 the club will be renovating the driving range, to include installation of target greens, drainage infrastructure,  and completion of the IC irrigation installation.  Future projects call for ongoing tree removal program, extensive in-house drainage improvements and fairway conversion program to bentgrass.    For more information please visit our blog and our Twitter feed: https://greenwichturf.com/ https://twitter.com/greenwich_turf  

By Hidden Creek Golf Club, February 12 - Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

Hidden Creek’s 18-hole Coore-Crenshaw course sprawls a 750-acre parcel of aged woodlands in southern New Jersey. Since its opening in 2002, the course has been host to such events as the U.S. Women’s Open qualifier (2004 and 2017), the U.S. Senior Open qualifier (2004), the U.S. Open qualifier (2014 and 2018) and the U.S. Senior Amateur Championship (2015). Hidden Creek is continuously ranked in the top 100 Modern Golf Courses in America and ranked in the top 20 in New Jersey. Hidden Creek Golf Club was recently added to the Dormie Network’s portfolio of prestigious golf clubs. Dormie Network is a national network of clubs combining the experience of destination golf with the premier hospitality of private membership. It’s pure golf as it should be.  https://www.dormienetwork.com