Assistant-in-Training

 

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

About Us

Maverick Golf and Ranch Club is seeking a Assistant in Training to join the Golf Course Maintenance Department.  Located in Fort Worth, TX, Maverick is the newest property in the Discovery Land Company portfolio.  The facility is set to open fall of 2026, and will be comprised of a Fazio designed 18 hole championship course, a 9 hole par 3 course, and state of the art practice facility and short game area.  Following the completion of the aforementioned, an additional 12 holes will be built during the final phase of the project.  The turf selections are robust in nature, and aim to offer a wide variety of playing surfaces.  On the championship course, the USGA greens be equipped with hydronics and subair, and will be seeded with 007XL bentgrass,  The tee’s and fairways will be comprised of stadium zoysia, while the roughs will be zeon zoysia.  On the par 3 course, tiff eagle will be utilized on the putting surfaces.  The tee’s, fairways, and rough will sodded with tifftuff bermuda that is overseeded in the fall.

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.

Position Overview

The AIT position will report to the Director of Agronomy/Assistant Superintendents, and will serve a crucial role in the successful grow in and grand opening of Maverick Golf and Ranch Club. This role is unique in nature, as it will require the individual to assist with golf course construction, grow-in, and maintenance of Discovery Land Company’s newest premier property.  As an AIT, you will have the opportunity to be involved in all agronomic practices, high level planning discussions, construction projects, and staff coordination/management.  We aim to prepare aspiring turf professionals for the next level through field training and in depth conversations regarding agronomic fundamentals. 

Maverick is owned by Discovery Land Company, which includes a network of 36 private golf clubs. This provides ample opportunity for future career development and experience in different climates/turf types should the individual desire.  We are a family that has a strong desire to grow and develop our talent and promote from within.

Key Responsibilities

·       Assists in performing and managing all aspects of golf course maintenance, including mowing, fertilization, pest control, irrigation, and cultural practices.

·       Create an environment of professionalism, respect, timeliness, and accountability among the maintenance team.

·       Oversees and executes any and all operations necessary for golf course grow in.

·       Calibrates fertilizer spreaders and sprayers, ensuring accurate output of all products.

·       Maintain a safe, clean and organized jobsite.

·       Assists and oversee’s preplant fertilizer applications to all turfgrass areas.

·       Assists and oversee’s putting green seeding/sprigging and establishment

·       Oversee’s grassing of all other playing surfaces.

·       Aids in keeping accurate schedules and records of all maintenance completed on course, including detailed records of all pesticide applications.

Qualifications

·       Bachelor's degree or certificate in turfgrass management, or desire to obtain.

·       Minimum of 2 year of experience in golf course maintenance.

·       Ability to perform most daily maintenance tasks and cultural practices.

·       Authorized to work in the United States

Additional Requirements

·       Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.

·       Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to golf course grow in demands.

·       Ability to work in a team environment.

·       Ability to prioritize work in an extremely fast paced environment.

·       Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.

·       Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits

·       Salary range $25/hr

·       Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

·       401k Contribution

·       Paid Time Off

·       Professional development and upward mobility opportunities

Application Instructions

·       Please email resume and cover letter to Dylan Eastin, deastin@maverickgolfclub.com

·       Please also apply through Workday using the following link:   https://discoverylandco.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/DLC/job/Fort-Worth-TX/Assistant-In-Training_JR104032

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