Facility Name:                            Tatnuck Country Club

Location:                                      Worcester, MA

Position / Title:                           Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Tatnuck Country Club is an original 100 Private 9-hole Donald Ross design course with a full-service club house, pool and racquets. Currently in the process of a restoration improvement plan with course architects Bradley S. Klein and Dusenberry Design. Also, implementing master drainage plan with Kelley Ami INC. Currently working on course improvement plan through green expansions, bunker reconstruction, tree management and drainage.

Assistant golf course superintendent
The assistant golf course superintendent reports directly to the golf course superintendent. Under the superintendent's supervision, the assistant superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, supervises the maintenance and repair of specialty turf and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his/her absence.

Typical functions:

The assistant golf course superintendent:

• Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment.
• Instructs equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
• Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety, personnel discipline and may also modify the daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.
• May also serve in the chemical technician position as needed.
• May assist in other departments (Club house, Pool and Racquets) for certain maintenance.
• Responsible for winter snow removal.

Employment standards:

• Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways, greens; the seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; the planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation system, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; to prepare clear and concise reports; and to maintain effective employee and public relations.

Qualifications:

• 2 years plus experience working on a golf course or related field.
• Current MA pesticide license or willing to obtain one during employment (Materials and Fees will be taken care of by the club
• Current drivers license

Compensation and Benefits:

• 65K – 75K DOE
• Simple IRA and company match
• Health Insurance stipend
• Golf privileges
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• National and local Dues
• Uniforms
• Holiday bonus
• Yearly $200 stipend for work gear (boots, rain gear, etc.)
• Benefits and compensation are flexible to individual’s needs.

How to apply:

Contact Craig Resley, Superintendent by email with resume and cover letter attached to resleyc@gmail.com

Position will remain open until filled.