ASSISTANT GOLF SUPERINTENDENT

3625 Shankweiler Road, Whitehall PA

Description

OVERVIEW: The assistant Superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent. Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his or her absence. It is a salaried position, minimum of 40 hours/week, maximum of 60 hours/week. FUNCTIONS: * Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees, and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and use of the equipment. * Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems. * Project leader: plan and supervise golf course maintenance projects. * May modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: * Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens ; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems; including wells, pumps and automatic controls. * Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations;ations. * Possession of a valid driver's license. May require current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator