Assistant in Training

Position Summary

As a vital role to the Golf Courses Maintenance Team, an Assistant in Training is responsible for the maintenance and care of the golf courses and grounds working directly with the Director of Golf Courses and Grounds, Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents. This is a transitional position to provide guidance for an individual’s growth and promotion in the golf course industry.

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Directly responsible for course set up; cutting hole locations, setting tee markers, emptying trash cans, detail work
• Involved with the application of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, or other chemical applications on the golf course
• Fertilizer applications using various types of application equipment
• Irrigation repair and maintenance
• Implementation of daily water requirements through hand watering and overhead irrigation to warm and cool season grasses
• Assist in routine maintenance work such as walk mowing, bunkers, trimming
• Show a strong interest in self-improvement by joining professional organizations as well as participating in continuing education or training opportunities such as seminars, workshops and trade shows in order to maintain knowledge of the profession

Qualification Standards

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Have completed or in the process of higher education in turf management or related field
• Knowledge of the proper use of various chemicals, fertilizers, soil conditioners, etc…
• Ability to read and understand general business publications, professional publications, technical reports, and government regulations
• Ability to operate golf carts, mowers, and heavy equipment
• Ability to obtain a CA state pesticide applicators license
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Entry level computer skills

Education

• • High school graduate in the process of obtaining a certificate or degree in turf management or related field