Golf Course Superintendent

The Sonoma Golf Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Golf Course Superintendent. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior playing conditions for our members and their guests.

The Superintendent will work alongside the Director of Agronomy in all aspects of managing the golf course and training staff. We are looking for a detail-oriented leader to help take the club to the next level of course conditioning. The Sonoma Golf Club is a high-end private club that provides us with every resource we need to be successful.

The Sonoma Golf Club is owned and operated by Escalante Golf. Escalante is driven to be the most influential golf company in the world. By thinking differently, it has been able to create a unique opportunity for its investors, partners, and employees while providing world-class experiences for its members and guests.

In 2023 Tripp Davis oversaw a bunker redesign and renovation. We are currently in the middle of a complete irrigation system replacement installation. The system was designed by EC Design and is being installed by Integrity Golf Course Construction. Future projects will include re-grassing the property to provide an environmentally sustainable product and consistent playing surfaces for our members.

Key Responsibilities of the Superintendent:

·         Works with the Director of Agronomy to ensure that the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans are maintained and followed.

·         Supervises and assists maintenance staff in daily duties.

·         Assists in the planning, organizing and direction of the maintenance and capital projects.

·         Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf varieties, trees and ornamental plants.

·         Assists in the procurement of supplies and materials and ensures costs remain within budgetary limitations.

·         Keep records of annual maintenance activities and costs and assist with the preparation of required reports.

·         Assist with timely coding of all invoices, payroll and other required documents.

·         Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.

·         Ensures associates obtain proper license needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations.  Addresses directly all real or perceived environmental concerns.

·         Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.

·         Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate.  Develops ongoing training programs.

·         Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.