Assistant Superintendent
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Founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 1877, Longwood is one of the premier tennis facilities in the world, with a long tradition of hosting national and international professional tennis events. Longwood hosts annual United States Tennis Association Grass Court Championships, professional and college athletes for training, professional exhibitions, and other various events. The historic grounds include 25 grass tennis courts, 19 clay tennis courts, and numerous gardens and landscaped areas.
Applicants are not expected to have experience in tennis court maintenance, but rather a desire to excel in the turfgrass management industry. This position is an ideal opportunity to learn and obtain experience in areas of high-end turfgrass management, including the unique aspects of professional-level grass and clay tennis court maintenance.
Expect to be involved in all aspects of turfgrass management, including, but not limited to: operating specialized turf equipment, field layout and painting, chemical applications for plant health, irrigation operations, managing staff and attending crew and club committee meetings and events.
Educational Requirements
College Degree or Certificate Program in turfgrass management, plant science, soil science, crop science, horticulture or related field is preferred.
Experience Requirements
Experience in turfgrass management, plant science, soil science, crop science, horticulture or related field is preferred.
Special Requirements
Start Date is flexible, but required to start by March 1st, 2026.
Typical work schedule is 7am-3pm on weekdays and 7-11am on weekends. The expectation is to work, on average, one day of the weekend during the summer and shoulder seasons. The Club is closed in the Winter.
Ability and desire to work independently, with the sports turf management team and supervise the seasonal grounds staff and groups of all ages and abilities.
The utmost attention to detail is required to provide the highest quality playing surfaces and landscaped grounds achievable.
Job Benefits
Benefits are competitive with equivalent positions at professional sports teams and private golf clubs in the area and there is an exceptional time off package. Benefits include: 401K, performance and holiday bonuses, health insurance plan, daily lunch provided, uniforms provided, dues to turf associations and paid travel and fees for conferences, tennis and pool privileges. The position is also encouraged to volunteer for local turf related events, such as USGA, PGA, and other professional sporting events.
Date Job is Available
Salary
$75,000 to $85,000 per year
Overtime: Yes
Job Application Instructions
Applicants can email Director of Grounds, Nathan Salmore, at Nsalmore@LongwoodCricket.com with a resume or any questions!
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