Assistant Superintendent of Golf Course Maintenance

Summary: Works under the direction of the Superintendent of Golf Course Maintenance. Under basic supervision assists with supervising staff, maintenance, and repair projects at the Tam Golf Course.

Essential Functions:

- Assists with managing the maintenance and repair of golf course facilities and equipment.

- Supervises work crews, monitors operations, and verifies the efficient and timely accomplishment of assigned duties.

- Strong working knowledge of the principles, mechanics, and operation of all turf grass and golf course equipment.

- Inspects, adjusts, and performs minor repairs and maintenance of all turf grass and golf course equipment.

- Inspects turf areas daily for fungus, insects, and undesirable vegetation.

- Keeps inventory records on all equipment and materials used in maintenance operations.

- Evaluates golf course turf conditions and repair and adjust irrigation system to optimize playing conditions.

- Promotes and enforces safety rules and regulations.

- Lifts and handles objects up to 50 pounds unassisted.

- Monitors soil moisture levels and daily irrigation practices and schedules.

- Keep current with other areas of Golf Maintenance to help the Superintendent of Golf Maintenance at times during his absence.

Qualifications:

- High School diploma or GED equivalent

- Minimum three years of golf course maintenance, grounds maintenance, or turf management experience

- Ability to speak Spanish a plus

- Valid Illinois class "B" driver's license

- Valid Illinois Pesticide Public application license or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.

- Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.