Description

Now hiring: Assistant Golf Course Superintendent - Southwest region

Join a well-established company with 30 years of excellence in golf course management. We're seeking a proactive, hands-on Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support our Superintendent in maintaining championship-quality tees, greens, fairways and grounds across our Southwest properties. This role offers growth, leadership opportunity, and the chance to step into the Superintendent's role when needed.

What you'll do

• Assist the Superintendent in planning, scheduling, and supervising day-to-day maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, cart paths and landscape areas.
• Lead and train equipment operators; ensure proper operation, care and maintenance of mowing and mechanical equipment.
• Oversee and/or perform calibration and application of fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides; manage irrigation, pumps and drainage systems.
• Participate in the repair / maintenance of irrigation components and system. Must be willing to learn RainBird 2-wire system.
• Serve as acting Superintendent in the Superintendent's absence.

What we're looking for / What's expected

• Pro Turf International is seeking an Assistant Superintendent who is serious about building a career in golf course management.
• This position is geared toward an individual who understands that career advancement in this industry is earned through hard work, consistency, and a willingness to take on responsibility. We are looking for someone who wants to be challenged, takes pride in their work, and is motivated to develop into a future Golf Course Superintendent.
• The assistants are expected to be actively involved in all aspects of the daily operation. The best opportunities are earned by those who consistently work hard, pay attention to the details, and take ownership of their responsibilities. The right candidate will work alongside the staff, lead by example, and gain experience in the daily decision-making. Our goal is to provide assistants with the experience, responsibility, and mentorship necessary to prepare them for the next step in their careers.
• Solid working knowledge of golf course turf maintenance (tees, greens, fairways), seeding and cultural practices.
• Experience with plant care, pruning, fertilization, soil conditioners, pest control and drainage solutions.
• Proficient with irrigation systems (wells, pumps, automatic controls) and equipment operation/calibration.
• Strong supervisory, scheduling and communication skills; ability to produce clear reports and maintain positive relationships with staff and the public.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed during peak growing seasons, tournaments, and special events.
• Must obtain state pesticide licensing within 180 days of employment. May require additional state certification/licensing as a chemical applicator.