Assistant Superintendent

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Preakness Hills Country Club

Location: Wayne, New Jersey
Position: Full-Time, Year-Round

Preakness Hills Country Club is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and team-focused Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our golf course maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to grow professionally while working alongside an experienced Superintendent and a dedicated maintenance staff.

Preakness Hills is a 18-hole private club in northern New Jersey.  committed to providing exceptional playing conditions while continuing to improve and enhance the golf course. The Assistant Superintendent will play an important role in maintaining our greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, landscape areas, and irrigation system, while assisting with the planning and execution of daily maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Golf Course Superintendent with the daily planning and supervision of the maintenance operation.
• Help schedule, direct, and oversee daily tasks for the maintenance staff.
• Assist with the maintenance and conditioning of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and surrounding areas.
• Monitor turf conditions and assist with irrigation, moisture management, fertility, plant protection, and other agronomic programs.
• Operate and maintain a variety of golf course maintenance equipment.
• Assist with chemical and fertilizer applications in accordance with all applicable regulations and safety procedures.
• Assist with irrigation system troubleshooting, repairs, and adjustments.
• Participate in course setup and preparation for daily play and tournaments.
• Assist with aerification, topdressing, seeding, sod installation, and other cultural practices.
• Help maintain accurate records of applications, weather, irrigation, labor, and maintenance activities.
• Assist with seasonal projects, course improvements, landscaping, and tree work.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized maintenance facility and equipment areas.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff while promoting a positive and professional work environment.
• Communicate effectively with the Superintendent and other departments to coordinate course maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• 2–4 year degree or certificate in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
• Previous golf course maintenance experience preferred; assistant superintendent or supervisory experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of turfgrass management and cultural practices.
• New Jersey pesticide license or willingness to obtain one.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate and learn a variety of turf maintenance equipment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high-quality playing conditions.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks when necessary.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during peak periods.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, $65,000-$80,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time, year-round employment.
• Health Insurance
• 401K
• Possible housing
• Golf privileges
• Employee meals, uniforms/clothing
• Hands-on experience with a wide range of modern turfgrass management practices and equipment.
• Opportunity to be involved in ongoing golf course improvement and agronomic projects.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in the condition and presentation of a golf course, enjoys working outdoors, and wants to continue developing as a turfgrass professional. We are looking for a dependable individual who can lead by example, communicate well with the maintenance team, and work closely with the Superintendent to consistently provide excellent playing conditions for our membership.

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position to Tony Espe at tony@preaknesshills.org

Preakness Hills Country Club
Wayne, New Jersey