Asssitant Superintendent - Golf Course
Job Description
Job Description
About Company:
About Philadelphia Country Club:
Philadelphia Country Club, located just outside of Philadelphia in the heart of the Gladwyne, merges traditional and modern family values. PCC is the finest private club for families in the Philadelphia region and offers activities for everyone who steps foot onto its 300-acre property. The campus includes an expansive clubhouse, 27 holes of golf including the championship Spring Mill Course and the nine-hole Centennial Course. We have a variety of dining options including four dining rooms, an outdoor Terrace overlooking the Spring Mill course, and varied event spaces including an elegant Ballroom ready to welcome up to 400 guests. Our motivation is creating memorable experiences for our members and their families. Our staff takes initiative, acts with integrity, pride, honor & respect for all. We work together as a team to uphold and build upon our standards.
About the Role:
The Assistant Superintendent - Golf Course plays a critical role in supporting the Superintendent in the overall management and maintenance of the golf course grounds to ensure optimal playing conditions and aesthetic appeal. This position involves hands-on supervision of turfgrass care, irrigation systems, pest management, and equipment maintenance, contributing directly to the quality and safety of the course. The Assistant Superintendent collaborates with the team to implement agronomic practices that promote healthy turf and sustainable resource use, while also assisting in budgeting and inventory management. This role requires proactive problem-solving to address environmental challenges and course wear, ensuring a superior experience for golfers. Ultimately, the Assistant Superintendent helps maintain the golf course as a premier facility that meets both operational standards and member expectations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate degree or Bachelor's Degree turfgrass management
- Pesticide applicator license or certification or ability to be certified within the first 90 days of employment
- Basic knowledge of turfgrass science, pest control, and irrigation systems.
- Ability to operate and maintain golf course equipment safely.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 2 years of experience in golf course maintenance or turf management.
- Experience working as an Assistant Superintendent or in a supervisory role on a golf course.
- Familiarity with computerized irrigation and maintenance management systems.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising daily golf course maintenance activities including mowing, fertilizing, aeration, and irrigation.
- Monitor turf health and soil conditions, applying fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Operate and maintain golf course equipment, ensuring all machinery is in safe and efficient working order.
- Support the Superintendent in managing staff schedules, training, and performance to maintain a productive and motivated team.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, chemical applications, and equipment repairs.
- Assist in budget preparation and inventory control to optimize resource allocation and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with the Superintendent to develop and implement long-term agronomic plans and course improvement projects.
- Respond promptly to course issues and member feedback to ensure high standards of playability and appearance.