Golf Course Superintendent

Job Summary
The Superintendent plays a crucial role in overseeing the maintenance and management of landscapes, gardens, and grounds. This position requires strong leadership skills to effectively supervise a team of groundskeeping staff while ensuring high standards of tree care, landscape maintenance, and lawn care. The Superintendent will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing landscaping projects while maintaining the aesthetic appeal and health of the outdoor spaces.

Position Description: Bonnie Brook Golf Course (18-Hole) and Greenshire (9 Hole Executive-Style), located in Waukegan, Illinois and operated by GolfVisions Management, Inc. is seeking a full-time Superintendent to maintain the grounds of these two facilities on the upper North Shore. The ideal candidate we are seeking for this position is a well-rounded individual that would like to pursue a career opportunity at one of the finest 18-hole public golf courses in Northern Illinois. Within this role the ideal candidate understands all facets of maintaining a high-end public golf course and being a good team member that can communicate effectively with the General Manager, F&B Manager and Mechanic/Assistant on a daily basis.

· The Superintendent is responsible for the successful operation of the golf course maintenance department and is responsible for the golf course, clubhouse and driving range grounds including the peripheral boundaries of the property including a short 9-hole golf course. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of physically working on the course with the crew to maximize productivity, understands the need for necessary time management skills, the ability to foster a well-trained maintenance staff of a 7-9 man crew, ability to coordinate work with the Mechanic/Assistant, accomplish daily paperwork and maintain records required by governmental entities internally and externally with the ultimate goal of delivering a high-end product to golfers.

· The ideal individual will be able to provide agronomic direction to maintain the golf course at the highest quality level possible at all times following GolfVisions company policies and standards set for this facility via GolfVisions and the client.

· Programs for turf/grass, material and chemical maintenance and asset management are critical to the success of this role. The ability to identify disease and chemically treat it are imperative.

· The Superintendent is responsible for preparing an annual budget in coordination with the General Manager and works aggressively to achieve financial goals throughout the year, through proper forecasting, expense controls and labor management set by GolfVisions corporate and facility budgets.

· The Superintendent works closely with the General Manager on capital equipment purchases for the maintenance department as well as any course improvement projects. Daily interaction with the General Manager is ideal to ensure we are maximizing the number of rounds of golf played by scheduling maintenance practices around daily public play, leagues and outings with minimal interference from maintenance staff.

· The Superintendent is responsible for hiring, training and developing all staff, including ensuring the staff is working within OSHA, club safety, state and federal guidelines for safe working conditions. All activities will be coordinated with the General Manager.

Duties

• Lead and supervise a team in various landscaping tasks including tree care, lawn care, and garden maintenance.
• Plan and implement landscape maintenance schedules to ensure optimal growth and appearance of plants and lawns.
• Oversee irrigation systems to ensure proper watering practices are followed for all garden areas.
• Conduct regular inspections of the grounds to identify areas needing attention or improvement.
• Coordinate with other departments to align landscaping efforts with overall organizational goals.
• Train staff on best practices for landscape maintenance and groundskeeping techniques.
• Maintain records of work performed, including equipment usage, plant health, and project progress.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a safe working environment for all team members.

Skills

• Strong leadership abilities to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Proficiency in tree care techniques and knowledge of plant species suitable for various landscapes.
• Experience in landscape maintenance practices including lawn care, irrigation management, and garden upkeep.
• Ability to supervise multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges that arise in the field promptly.
• Physical stamina to perform outdoor work in various weather conditions while managing equipment safely.

This role is essential for maintaining the beauty and functionality of outdoor spaces while providing an opportunity for professional growth within the landscaping industry.

Job Requirements

• 5-7 years in Golf Course Maintenance management in a lead role as a 1st Assistant
• Class A Professional Preferred
• Min 2-year College Agronomy Degree required
• Attention to detail.
• Illinois Commercial/Pesticide Applicators License Required***
• Good communication skills
• Ability to plow the club parking lot and maintenance building during the winter or for events
• Team player
• Positive attitude towards work
• Ability to work in the field with the crew daily
• Ability to work within a budget
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory requirements and recordkeeping as required by local, state and federal laws
• Diplomatic team player able to foster relationships with on-site staff, GolfVisions' Management's team, Employee Partners and guests
• Bilingual (English - Spanish) communication ability preferred or a plus
• Salary range $75,000 to $100,000. Commensurate with experience.
• Health Insurance Offered (Health & Vision)
• 2 Weeks of Vacation
• Background check required
• EOE

Please send resumes via email to jmiles@golfvisions.net or via mail to GolfVisions; Attn: John Miles, Vice President; 2501 N. Midlothian Road; Mundelein, IL 60060 by Friday, December 20, 2024. EOE.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $100,000