Avon Park, Florida
Encinitas (North San Diego County), California
Los Angeles, California
Fullerton, California
Posted: 10-Jun-26
Location: Avon Park, Florida
Type: Full Time
Salary: $65,000 - $90,000
Salary Details:
Preferred Education:
Job Overview:
We are seeking a passionate Superintendent with expertise in agronomy, leadership, and environmental stewardship. Your job will be to ensure our course remains in top condition for players. This is a full-time, year-round position. Salary is based on experience with a range of $65,000 - $90,000.
Some of the key responsibilities:
- Turfgrass Management
- Oversee mowing, fertilization, aeration, and weed control.
- Develop turf management programs to maintain optimal playing conditions.
- Irrigation System Management
- Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper water distribution.
- Schedule watering cycles and adjust sprinkler heads for efficiency.
- Pest & Disease Control
- Implement integrated pest management (IPM) strategies.
- Conduct regular inspections and apply treatments to prevent outbreaks.
- Course Maintenance & Playability
- Maintain greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and cart paths.
- Ensure the course is safe and playable for golfers.
- Staff Supervision & Training
- Hire, train, and manage groundskeepers and maintenance staff.
- Provide technical and safety training to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Budget & Resource Management
- Oversee maintenance expenses and manage the budget efficiently.
- Order supplies, equipment, and materials as needed.
- Environmental & Sustainability Practices
- Develop water conservation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Communication & Coordination
- Work closely with club management to enhance the golfing experience.
- Communicate with golfers about course conditions and upcoming maintenance.
Educational Requirements
Preferred certifications: CGCS; CCGIS; Turfgrass Management Certificate; Pesticide Applicator License
Experience Requirements
- Proven experience in golf course groundskeeping.
- Thorough knowledge of the construction of golf courses and the ability to maintain golf course tees, fairways, and greens.
- Proficient with the maintenance of different types of turf used on golf courses, the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants and shrubs.
- Knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, soil conditioners, herbicides and pest control materials and methods.
- Possess thorough knowledge of drainage control methods, watering, and irrigations systems, including wells, pumps, and automatic controls.
- Familiarity with groundskeeping equipment and tools.