Assistant Superindendent

Assistant Superintendent

At Troon, we believe our Associates are our greatest strength and competitive advantage. Whether you're relatively new to club maintenance management or are a seasoned expert in the industry, there's an exciting new opportunity for you. Engage with guests from all over, providing a first-class experience and dedicated service they will carry with them long after they've left our premises.

Ideal candidates have a genuine passion for leadership. As Assistant Superintendent, you will be responsible for providing incredible guest service and member experiences by assisting with the day-to-day oversight of the maintenance and agronomic practices of the golf course and adjacent grounds. This includes managing the clubhouse landscaping and maintenance complex. Previous supervisory experience is a requirement for the position.

Ideal candidates have flexible schedules with availability to occasionally work weekends and holidays, as needed.

Our team has made a conscious effort to ensure strong protocols are in place to keep you and our patrons safe, so you can focus on the customer experience and property management.

For more information on our open opportunities, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains foreman, irrigations technician and other employees in the maintenance department
• Prepares weekly schedules for foreman, irrigations staff and other employees in the maintenance department
• Monitors inventory of all maintenance equipment and the use of the equipment, preventative maintenance schedule, and safety training
• Works closely with Superintendent in managing annual budget and maintenance recordkeeping
• Works closely with Superintendent in preparing short-term and long-term agronomic strategies to maintenance of the golf course daily, weekly, monthly and yearly fertilization, irrigation, etc. schedules
• Calibrates and operates pesticide sprayers
• Institute and implement all Troon Human Resources guidelines
• Assists Superintendent in informing members about present and future maintenance activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Education and Experience Requirements

• 1-3 years turf grass management experience required
• Turf degree preferred
• Supervisory experience required
• A four-year college degree preferred, but not required
• GCSAA Member or apprentice preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of budgeting and expense management
• Must possess basic computer skills Word and Excel
• Must have a strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business
• Must be highly organized and efficient with a high attention to detail
• Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as an assistant superintendent or superintendent

Working Conditions

• Physical activity including long periods (6-8 hours) of standing, walking, bending, and scooping
• Regularly to reach with arms and hands
• Occasionally will be required to lift up to 30lbs.
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards
• Noise level is typically moderate to loud
• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season
• Work weekends and holidays

About Troon

Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world's largest professional club management company. We offer careers around the world at all levels of golf operations, opportunities for professional development, growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail.

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