Assistant Superintendent
Full-time
- Supporting the Golf Course Superintendent in overseeing the overall grounds and health of the nine-hole golf course and facilities of the Tewksbury property
- Leading and directing the maintenance of all property grounds for the Tewksbury location, including delegating and assigning daily work assignments, providing guidance, training, coaching, and assisting to team members, and ensuring work is completed as expected and on time
- Collaborating with the Superintendent in developing the agronomic plan and budget for the course, and assisting in leading the implementation and oversight of the plans
- Identifying, evaluating, and recommending corrective action for agronomic problem areas, including funguses, pests, and drainage issues
- Participating in chemical and fertilizer applications and recordkeeping
- Regularly inspecting irrigation systems, identifying issues, and implementing corrective action
- Supporting and participating in the maintenance and repair of golf course equipment and fleet, helping ensure equipment readiness and reliability.
- Participating in interviewing, onboarding, and training department staff; helps develop and implement ongoing training programs
- Partnering with the Superintendent to recommend, evaluate, plan, and lead long-term and short-term projects related to renovations, repairs, and care and maintenance of the course
- Incorporating and enforcing safe work practices in all job functions, and ensuring maintenance facilities and equipment are safe, clean and organized
- Winter responsibilities of equipment repair, snow removal and general facilities maintenance
Educational Requirements
- Current Massachusetts Pesticide License or the ability to obtain one upon hire.
- Completion of a Certificate or 2-4 year turfgrass program preferred
Experience Requirements
- 2+ years related experience with general golf course maintenance, working in a supervisory role as an AIT or Second Assistant is preferred
- Must have knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in Golf Course Maintenance/Turf Maintenance
- Knowledge of the use of turf and landscaping equipment including tractors, mowers, aerifier, electric motors, etc.
- Basic administrative ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision making
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations (including, but not limited to, employment, safety and environmental standards, laws, and regulations).
Job Benefits
- Health Insurance covered 100% in full for employees, spouses and their dependents
- Dental Insurance, with company contribution
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Reimbursement
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Pet Insurance
- Company paid Life and AD&D
- Flexible Spending Account and/or Dependent Care Account
- Complimentary nutrition consultations
- 401K with company match, 100% vested starting at enrollment
- Front loaded paid vacation bank
- Birthday paid day off
- Three personal days per year
- 40 hours of sick time per year
- Paid volunteer hours
- Annual Employee Benefit Card: preloaded $750 credit for Beer, Merch or other products
- Discount of 50% on all products for personal use
- 3 free drafts and 2 free crew cans per shift
- 3 free drafts per guest for your immediate family when visiting
- 2 items per year embroidery benefit
Date Job is Available
Salary
$65,000 to $70,000 per year
Overtime: No
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