2nd Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The 2nd Assistant Golf Course Superintendent supports daily golf course operations, including chemical and fertilizer applications and irrigation system maintenance. They also assist with special projects while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

Seeking candidates with strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, as well as a minimum of one year of experience working on a golf course. A certificate or two-year degree in Turf Management is preferred. This role involves chemical and fertilizer applications, irrigation system maintenance, and contributing to a high-performing team environment.

Job Description

Description

Continuously exemplifies the Greenwood Communities and Resorts (GCR) mission, values, and customer service philosophy of GCR in job performance and in relationships with others.  Support the course 1st Assistant and Superintendent. Will be trained to perform chemical and fertilizer applications on the golf courses and grounds. Assist with the day-to-day operations of the golf courses and ongoing projects.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Takes pride in delivering and maintaining exceptional, pristine golf course conditions. 

· Performs chemical and fertilizer applications in accordance with established agronomic plans and safety standards. 

· Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems to ensure optimal course conditions. 

· Completes special projects and additional assignments with a high level of ownership and attention to detail. 

· Adheres to all OSHA standards, safety guidelines, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). 

· Follows all Resort policies and procedures consistently and professionally. 

· Safely operates, maintains, and cares for golf course equipment as required. 

· Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations. 

· Demonstrates a positive, “anything is possible” attitude while contributing to a high-performing team environment. 

· Actively seeks opportunities to learn, grow, and expand technical skills related to golf course maintenance. 

· Supports team operations by performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

· Possess strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills

· Minimum 1 year experience working on a golf course

· Ability to work flexible schedule and long hours when necessary.

· Pay keen attention to detail and have a strong sense of urgency

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

· Certificate or two-year degree in Turf Management, preferred

SENSORY/PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

· Endure long hours of being exposed to all types of weather conditions.

· Required to walk and stand for lengthy periods of time.

· Frequently requires the ability to bend, squat, twist, kneel, and climb.

· Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-70 lbs.

Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort

Located in the heart of Hilton Head Island, S.C., Palmetto Dunes has been a favorite vacation destination for decades, attracting leisure travelers and groups throughout the year. Palmetto Dunes, which is owned by Greenwood Communities and Resorts, features more award-winning amenities than any other resort in the Southeast and has been honored as one of the top resorts in the United States. Widely recognized as a leader in delivering world-class vacation experiences, this 2,000-acre year-round resort also excels at planning memorable special events for groups and meetings. For more information about Palmetto Dunes, please call (888) 836-4843.
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