Superintendent First Assistant
Location: Upper Marlboro, MD
Employer: Express Employment Professionals

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Superintendent First Assistant for a premier private golf club in Upper Marlboro, MD. This position supports the Golf Course Superintendent in managing the daily maintenance and operations of the golf course to ensure excellent playing conditions and overall course appearance.

Job Summary:

The First Assistant Superintendent helps oversee daily golf course maintenance, supervises staff, manages irrigation and turf care programs, and assists with budgeting and administrative duties. In the Superintendent’s absence, this role assumes full responsibility for course operations.

Responsibilities:

Supervise and coordinate daily golf course maintenance activities (mowing, spraying, irrigation, turf care)
Train, schedule, and oversee maintenance staff
Approve timecards and manage employee scheduling
Assist with hiring and performance management
Monitor turf conditions and determine maintenance priorities
Manage chemical, fertilizer, and supply inventory
Maintain irrigation systems and adjust watering schedules as needed
Ensure equipment preventative maintenance is completed
Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and expense tracking
Maintain required records (water usage, chemical applications, weather logs, etc.)
Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations

Requirements:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Turf Management or related field
Minimum 3 years of golf course maintenance experience
At least 1 year of experience with budgeting and cost control
Knowledge of turf equipment and irrigation systems
Current State Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
Valid driver’s license
Prior supervisory experience preferred

Benefits (if hired full-time by client):

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Additional benefits offered upon permanent hire

This is a great opportunity for an experienced turf professional looking to grow within a well-established private golf club environment.

Apply today through Express Employment Professionals!

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Golf Course Maintenance : 3 years (Required)
Budgeting and Cost Control: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

State Pesticide Applicator License (Required)
Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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