Assistant Superintendent
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent - Fort Washington Country Club
Location: Fresno, California
If you are a driven turf professional looking for a great position with tremendous potential leading to a head superintendent position, this is the Club.
About the Club
Fort Washington Golf and Country Club is the historic premier, member-owned 18-hole private facility in Fresno. Our course features high-performance Bentgrass/Poa greens interseeded with Dominator Bentgrass and lush, well-conditioned, recently converted Latitude 36 fairways. We pride ourselves on a culture of excellence, providing our members with championship-level conditions year-round.
Position Overview
The Assistant Superintendent is a critical leadership role, serving as the right hand to the Director of Golf Course Maintenance. You won’t just be executing tasks; you’ll be involved in long-term agronomic planning, budgetary oversight, Toro Lynx irrigation management, and high-level crew involvement and oversight.
We are looking for an ambitious professional who is ready to take his career to the next level and assist in directing a dedicated team to success.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
- Daily Strategy: Prepare and execute work schedules 24 hours in advance to ensure seamless morning launches.
- Team Development: Directly supervise and mentor maintenance staff, fostering a culture of efficiency, quality, safety, and professional pride.
- Acting Superintendent: Assume full operational command of the department in the Superintendent’s absence.
Agronomic Excellence
- Precision Monitoring: Conduct daily inspections of all playing surfaces to proactively identify turf stress or pest pressure.
- Decision Making: Recommend and implement recovery practices and fertility programs using professional-grade turf management judgment.
Educational Requirements
Qualifications
- Education: 2- or 4-year degree/certificate in Agronomy, Horticulture, or Soil Science.
- Licensing: Must possess or have the ability to obtain a California QAL or QAC within 90 days of hire.
- Technical Skill: Deep knowledge of fert/chem applications and calibrations, irrigation tech, pest control (IPM), and mechanical equipment operations.
- Communication: Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are highly preferred.
- Mindset: A clear ambition to become a Head Golf Course Superintendent.
Experience Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role within golf course maintenance.Job Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
We believe in rewarding talent. This role offers a competitive package designed to support your professional and personal growth.
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Feature |
Details |
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Annual Salary |
$75,000 – $90,000 (DOE) |
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Retirement |
401(k) with employer match |
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Health |
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision |
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Professional Growth |
Paid GCSAA dues + support for regional/national seminars |
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Work-Life Balance |
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) |
Date Job is Available
Salary
$75,000 to $90,000 per year
Overtime: No
Job Application Instructions
To Apply: Qualified candidates may email a thoughtful cover letter and resume to Fred@fortwashingtoncc.org
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