Golf Course Superintendent

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

·       Maintains all grounds and course maintenance equipment.

·       Schedules, trains, supervises and evaluates all personnel assigned to department.

·       Supervises all planting, fertilizing and care of turf, plants, shrubs, trees and other

·       facilities on the golf course.

·       Supervises operation of the equipment repair shop.

·       Records all maintenance on course.

·       Prepares annual budget for department; takes corrective action as necessary to help

·       assure that budget goals are met.

·       Selects and prepares proper fertilizers and nutrients for all flora and fauna.

·       Develops and maintains drainage, irrigation and watering systems.

·       Maintains course in proper playing condition.

·       Implements and enforces comprehensive safety program for employees, members and

·       guests on course in compliance with local, state and federal laws.

·       Maintains accurate work records for all personnel in the department.

·       Communicates as necessary with golf Service Dept.

·       Communicates as necessary with grounds maintenance, sport division and/or other

·       applicable committees.

·       Insures that chemicals, petroleum and other controlled products are used, stored, and

·       disposed of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Maintains required

·       records and strives to minimize the use of chemicals and petroleum products.

·       Attends staff and management meetings.

·       Attends turf conferences, equipment shows, workshops and other educational programs

·       to maintain a current knowledge of technical and turf innovations and changes that

·       could affect the department’s operations.

·       Prepares and revises grounds manual. (Policy and SOP)

·       Establishes short- and long-range plans for the golf course.

·       Oversees all course construction.

·       Keeps members informed about current and future maintenance activities.

·       Conducts daily facility security checks ensuring accurate inventory of equipment and

·       keys.

·       Plans professional development and training activities for subordinates.