Assistant Superintendent
Job Details
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT & IRRIGATION TECH
APPLECROSS COUNTRY CLUB
170 Zynn Road, Downingtown, PA
CONTACT INFO FOR RESUME: TRAVIS BATES, SUPERINTENDENT – travis@applecrosscc.com
GENERAL FACILITY INFORMATION
Applecross opened in 2010 as the Philadelphia Area’s Only Nicklaus Design Golf Course. The unique layout offers classic Nicklaus challenges, yet remains playable for golfers of all abilities. The course blends magnificently into a landscape that boasts breathtaking views of sparkling lakes and the rolling Chester Country countryside.
Applecross is a Member of the Talamore Family of clubs, including Talamore in Ambler as well as The Talamore Golf Resort, Mid South Club and the newly acquired Legacy Golf Links, all located in Pinehurst, NC.
Applecross will host 30,000 rounds in 2026.
We are the centerpiece of the Applecross community with all 660 Residents being Social Members of the Club. We have approx. 250 Associate Golf Members and 250 Full Golf Members. We are an active and vibrant Club with a very diverse Membership.
Facilities include a golf clubhouse, new banquet/wedding facility, 18 hole championship golf course with practice green, driving range, teaching building, Toptracer range, Fitness Center, Indoor & Outdoor pools, Tennis and a Spa.
Our greens are A1/A4 bentgrass USGA spec sand-based greens, the tees and fairways are Declaration bentgrass and tees are capped with straight sand. The primary rough is a turf-type tall fescue.
We have a full slate of Maintenance Equipment, which is reviewed and added to on a regular basis. The Talamore Family of Clubs is dedicated to making sure its grounds staff has the right equipment and tools to excel in the job and maintain excellent conditions.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
- Work and collaborate with the Golf Course Superintendent to schedule and assign work tasks for grounds crew members and supervise employees to ensure quality work is being performed.
- Train grounds staff on the operation of equipment while keeping safety at the forefront of any maintenance operations.
- Serve as the supervisor in charge when the Superintendent is off property.
- Managing landscape beds and plantings. Includes mulching, weed control, edging, pruning, and removal/renovation of existing landscape beds.
- Managing soil moisture levels in fine turf, including the implementation of syringing and hand watering techniques using a moisture meter.
- Mixing and applying pesticides using John Deere HD 200 sprayer and backpack
We currently have 2 new John Deere HD200 sprayers. - Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing Rainbird heads and irrigation system breaks.
- Applying fertilizer products using push spreaders and vehicle mounted spreaders.
- Operation of all grounds maintenance equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
- Maintain pesticide application record logs in accordance with government regulations.
- Snow removal and management during the winter months for clubhouse and fitness center parking lots.
- Lead crews in tree removal activities including felling of trees, breakdown, and cleanup.
- Course setup duties as needed.
- Experience with aeration and aeration cleanup.
Job Benefits
• Friendly, team oriented work environment
• Annual Bonus plan based on Department Budget and Company performance
• GCSAA and PAGCS annual dues paid by the Club
• Travel and Education for golf course industry trade shows and events
• PAGCS local golf outing participation
• Our current Superintendent has been with Applecross since its inception in 2010 and before that with Talamore Country Club
• Manager Access to Talamore Golf Resort in Pinehurst, NC
• Manager golf privileges at Applecross and Talamore in PA
• The Talamore Family of Clubs is a well established company with 35 years in the industry in the Philadelphia and Pinehurst areas.
• Posted Salary Range for the Asst Super position is $60,000 - $75,000. Compensation Range may be adjusted based on experience.
• Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Job Requirements
• Formal education in turfgrass maintenance or a closely related field, preferably having completed a minimum of an associate degree program.
• Possess a strong work ethic and have an eye for detail.
• Must be able to work with a wide variety of staff members.
• Must have a track record of being a dependable employee.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and perform simple physical labor tasks when required.
• You should be aware of the time commitment it takes to manage a high-end golf course in the busy times of the year.
• Must be willing to work weekends during the main golf season (approximately April-
November), also must be willing to work Holidays when needed (Memorial Day, 4 th of July, and Labor Day, and large member events, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Be a detail-oriented individual.
• Have basic computer knowledge and competently use resources such as an Irrigation Computer and Microsoft Office.
Salary Range
Availability
Application Details
or apply in person at The Grounds Maintenance Department at Applecross Country Club at 170 Zynn Road, Downingtown, PA 19335
