Assistant Superintendent
Purpoodock Club is a private 18-hole golf-only facility that opened in 1922 and is located just minutes from beautiful beaches, parks and downtown Portland. The course has distinctive rock outcroppings and unique fairway contours. We manage bent/poa greens and fairways, and bluegrass tees at championship levels and have recently replaced most of the maintenance fleet with a new equipment package to help in that effort. Since 2019, all the tees and bunkers on the course have been renovated. The club is investing heavily in capital improvement projects and equipment with some exciting changes happening in the years to come. This opening is available as one of our assistants is moving on to a superintendent role, the fourth assistant to do so in the last ten years.
Educational Requirements
A.S. or B.S. degree in Turfgrass Management or related field. Turf Certificate considered when combined with proven experience.
Experience Requirements
Previous experience as an Assistant Superintendent is preferred, but we will work with the right candidate. Must possess or obtain a Maine Pesticide Applicator License.
Special Requirements
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail and a sense of urgency to help always provide the best possible conditions. Duties include but are not limited to staff management and leadership, water management, plant protectant/fertilizer application and calibration, irrigation diagnosis/repair, equipment operation and course set-up. Must set and adhere to a high level of personal and professional standards, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Job Benefits
Health and dental insurance, meals, golf, uniforms, PTO, 401K, etc.
Date Job is Available
Salary
$22 to $25 per hour
Overtime: Yes
Job Application Instructions
Contact Rob Knott, Director of Grounds and Buildings. Please email cover letter, resume and references to rknott@purpoodock.com
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