Assistant-in-Training
Shoreacres, located on the Northshore of Chicagoland in Lake Bluff, Illinois. The Club was established in 1916 by Chicago businesspeople who quickly hired Seth Raynor to build a golf course that was completed in 1921 and often considered to be of his greatest works. Consisting of unique glacial ravines throughout the property, the routing sits impeccably using many of the famed Template Holes along with original Raynor designs throughout. The founding members acquired the Lake Michigan shoreline property with intentions of building a quiet understated club to escape the busy Country Clubs they were members of already. These timeless traditions remain intact today to preserve the legacy of those with such impeccable foresight to create such an amazing Club. The original 450 feet of shoreline frontage to Lake Michigan consists of one of golf's great clubhouses designed by David Adler, with a view that is second to none.
This Assistant in Training (AIT) opportunity will provide valuable experience in the preparation of championship conditions daily for an incredible membership that thoroughly appreciates the effort of their Staff. This position is an opportunity to become involved in the management team, with emphasis on equipment operation and maintenance, pesticide and fertilizer applications, small crew leadership, and career development. This is also a unique opportunity for an individual to learn and use the latest technologies from John Deere, including GPS sprayers.
The current makeup of staff within the Green and Grounds is as follows: 20 hourly staff (fifteen employees with 10+ years of tenure), two assistants of varying experience, Equipment Manager, Superintendent. The AIT will be involved in all facets of running a top 100 facility to ensure your preparedness for your career. The 2026 season will highlight an extensive renovation to the onsite housing located steps from the maintenance facility. The Club is in the process of a $550,000 total renovation of the facility to ensure the comfort and safety of our staff for years to come. 
Educational Requirements
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Experience Requirements
Prior experience in golf, preferably at a progressive facility. Desire to be part of a team, ability to lead a team, strong work ethic, positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a desire to become a successful professional.
Special Requirements
Strong desire to learn and have fun while utilizing state of the art technology to maintain a classic golf course. Provide Membership with Championship conditions daily with true firm and fast conditions, maintaining turf on the brink. Knowledge of Classic Architecture, Spanish fluency is a major plus but not mandatory. 
Job Benefits
Individual room in onsite housing, meals when clubhouse is open, uniforms, golfing privilege, $150 clothing/footwear reimbursement, and tournament volunteer opportunities.
401K with a club match up to 150% of 7.5%, low cost club paid health insurance, local and national chapter dues.
Date Job is Available
Salary
$25 to $25 per hour
Overtime: Yes
Job Application Instructions
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to Cole Lehman, Senior Assistant Superintendent, at clehman@shoreacres1916.com
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