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Town of Yarmouth Golf Course Superintendent in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts
The Town of Yarmouth is searching for a Golf Course Superintendent to join their Golf Division team! Working under the general supervision of Head Golf and Grounds Superintendent, the Golf Course Superintendent oversees the maintenance, repair and reconstruction of Golf facilities, structures, and equipment in accordance with overall guidelines established by the Head Golf and Grounds Superintendent. Participates in planning for course improvements. Responsible for the playability of the golf course by ensuring the maintenance staff is equipped to maintain the fairways, greens, bunkers, roughs, clubhouse areas, and tree/water lines. Receives reports on work as it is completed and takes action to ensure that quality standards are met. Oversees the operation of the irrigation systems. Tours the facilities frequently to assess their overall condition and to identify areas requiring special attention. Develops special projects and non-routine maintenance in accordance with findings. Assists in the preparation of bids for the purchase of equipment, repair parts & contracted services. Assists in preparing the maintenance department budget for the annual Golf Operating Budget. Trains and/or oversees training of maintenance personnel in all phases of turf management, including such areas as operating greens machines and spray equipment reading meters, troubleshooting, and repairing irrigation systems, including work with master and satellite controls, identification of infestations and disease and appropriate application of fertilizers and pesticides. Keeps Head Golf and Grounds Superintendent informed of work progress and immediately reports any significant problems found with materials, equipment, or ability to complete projects. RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associate degree in turf management, golf course maintenance or a related field Experience: Five years of golf course maintenance experience with at least two years in the capacity of Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant Golf Course Superintendent required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Requirements: Position requires occasional light to moderate physical effort; employee may be required to stand or walk for major portion of shift. Must be able to judge distances and spatial relationships. Must be able to conduct visual inspections while in the field.
