Assistant Superintendent

The Assistant Superintendent supports the Golf Course Superintendent in maintaining exceptional playing conditions and operational standards at Tom Fazio’s River Course at Kiawah Island Club. This position assists with daily golf course maintenance operations, team leadership, agronomic programs, irrigation management, and tournament preparation while contributing to a positive and professional work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily maintenance and conditioning of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, native areas, and clubhouse grounds.
• Supervise and lead crew members in daily assignments, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to club standards.
• Assist with planning and execution of agronomic programs including fertilization, pesticide applications, aerification, moisture management, and cultural practices.
• Monitor turf conditions and identify disease, insect, irrigation, drainage, and environmental concerns.
• Support irrigation scheduling, troubleshooting, and repair of irrigation systems and components.
• Assist in course setup and preparation for tournaments, member events, and daily play.
• Train employees on proper equipment operation, safety procedures, and maintenance standards.
• Maintain accurate records related to chemical applications, irrigation, weather, and labor activities.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in weekend and holiday management rotations as required.

Qualifications

• Degree, certificate, or formal education in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of golf course maintenance experience, preferably at a private club, resort, or championship-caliber facility.
• Knowledge of warm-season turfgrass management practices and agronomic principles.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a South Carolina pesticide applicator license.
• Experience with irrigation systems, moisture management practices, and daily golf course setup.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with golf course maintenance equipment and operational procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely operate golf course maintenance equipment and utility vehicles.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and cold temperatures

Schedule Expectations

• Full-time position requiring early morning starts.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed during peak growing seasons, tournaments, and special events.
• Participation in rotating management weekend schedules.
• Flexibility to respond to weather events and operational needs as necessary.

Preferred Attributes

• Passion for golf course maintenance and delivering exceptional playing conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Positive attitude with a team-oriented leadership approach.
• Desire for professional growth and advancement within the golf course industry.
• Experience working in high-end private club or resort environments.
• Familiarity with ultradwarf bermudagrass greens and coastal turf management practices.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to remain organized and composed in a fast-paced operational setting.

The position is eligible for full employee benefits and rich perks including: 

• Free gym membership 
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health insurance rebates 
• Employer provided short and long term disability insurance
• A complimentary Costco membership
• Free staff meals, provided twice daily 
• 401(k) with match available
• Paid vacation and sick hours 
• Free and convenient parking

In person applications are welcome between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 253 Gardeners Circle Suite 210, Kiawah Island, SC 29455. 

Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs and be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

*Benefits are available to full-time employees after a waiting period and include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, 401(k), Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Telehealth, Health/ Dependent care spending account, wellness program and generous paid