Description

King and Bear Golf Course at World Golf Village, located in Saint Augustine, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Superintendent! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation: $70,000 annually, depending on experience.

General Purpose:

Oversees the maintenance and construction of the golf course and ensures that turfgrass is repaired and maintained to established standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares and maintains the annual golf course maintenance budget and capital plans.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
• Supervises the planting and cultural practices involved in growing various turf grasses, trees, and ornamental plants.
• Ensures that maintenance equipment is properly maintained.
• Procures supplies and materials within budgetary limitations.
• Maintains records of annual maintenance activities and costs; prepares reports.
• Implements sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors when possible.
• Reconciles and provides timely coding of all invoices, payroll, and other required documents.
• Ensures all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensures that all associates obtain proper training and licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations. Directly addresses all real or perceived environmental concerns.
• Ensures proper mixing, calibration, and application of all chemicals and fertilizers used on the course.
• Manages department members who may include, but are not limited to: Assistant Superintendent, 2nd Assistant Superintendent, Head Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician.
• Ensures that effective orientation and training are provided to each new associate; develops ongoing training programs.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to read and speak English is required to perform the duties of the job (e.g., the associate is required to communicate with English-speaking customers or co-workers, and the manuals for the equipment that the associate may use are in English).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or three to four years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree preference in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, or soil science.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

• Regularly stands, walks, and sits.
• Regularly uses hands, reaches with arms and hands, and talks or hears.
• Occasionally climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, tastes, or smells.
• Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds.

Environment/Noise:

• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles.
• Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.
• Noise level is moderate.

Certificates/Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License
• Pesticide Application License

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Benefits & Other Compensation:

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Benefits - 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Time Off - Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria
• Additional Compensation - Eligibility for Bonuses

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company's discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.