Overview

A Look Into Working at Kalamazoo Country Club

Working at Kalamazoo Country Club offers a blend of tradition and community engagement. Employees are part of a team dedicated to providing top-notch experiences, whether through championship-grade golf, fine dining, or hosting events. The club values excellence, family, and creating memorable moments for members and guests. You will benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes quality service and professional growth. With unrivaled benefits and opportunities to interact with club members and across departments, it is a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding place to work.

The 2nd Assistant Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for supporting the Golf Course Superintendent in the overall management and maintenance of the golf course grounds and surrounding areas. This role includes overseeing staff, ensuring course and facility maintenance, and handling various duties related to irrigation, landscaping, equipment maintenance, chemical applications, and seasonal tasks. This role will require you to maintain a 3A and 3B commercial spray license. Additionally, the 2nd  Assistant Superintendent will assist with clubhouse landscaping, special events setup (such as building a Halloween haunted house or installing Christmas lights), and various course improvements.

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• You will grow your skills and experience in an environment that allows you to put your creativity to work.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities 

Staff Management & Supervision:

• Assist in the hiring, training, and scheduling of grounds maintenance staff.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure that staff performs tasks efficiently and to a high standard.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff, promoting a positive work environment.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, offering feedback and addressing any issues that arise.

Course & Grounds Maintenance:

• Supervise and participate in mowing, rolling, and cutting cups on greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
• Assist in fertilization programs and ensure the proper application of fertilizers, promoting healthy turf and growth.
• Oversee and manage irrigation systems, troubleshooting and repairing issues as needed, including fixing broken sprinkler heads, valves, and electrical components.
• Perform carpentry work on course structures (bridges, fences, benches) and other wooden features.
• Plan, oversee, and implement seasonal course improvements and projects, including bunker renovations and sodding.
• Assist with tree care, including trimming, planting, and removal of trees.
• Monitor turf conditions, and oversee planting and care of landscaping around the clubhouse, tennis, and pickleball courts.

 

Chemical & Fertilizer Application:

• Oversee the spraying of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers on the course.
• Follow safety protocols for the handling, storage, and application of chemicals and maintain accurate application records.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Ensure proper maintenance and repair of golf course maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, aerators, and other machinery.
• Troubleshoot and make minor repairs to equipment, keeping tools and machinery in optimal condition.

Landscaping & Beautification:

• Assist with planting, growing, and maintaining plants, shrubs, and trees on the course, especially around the clubhouse, tennis, and pickleball areas.
• Oversee landscaping tasks to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the grounds and ensure proper care of all green spaces.

Special Projects:

• Lead and assist in special seasonal projects, including building and decorating a Halloween haunted house or installing Christmas lights around the clubhouse and other key areas.
• Assist in the planning and execution of other special events requiring grounds and building involvement.

 

Building Maintenance & Repairs:

• Assist with general building and facility maintenance, ensuring that clubhouse areas, restrooms, and other structures are in good repair.
• Help manage minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks for the clubhouse and course facilities.

Snow Removal & Winter Operations:

• Coordinate and assist in snow removal during the winter months to ensure that cart paths, walkways, an