Assistant Superintendent – The Club at Cheval – Tampa, FL
Job Details
The Club at Cheval | Tampa Area, Florida
Heritage Golf Group
The Club at Cheval, a Heritage Golf Group property in the Tampa area, is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent who takes pride in course conditions, enjoys leading a team and is ready to contribute to a strong golf course maintenance operation.
Working closely with the Golf Course Superintendent, the Assistant will help oversee daily maintenance, support healthy turf and consistent playing conditions, and train and supervise the maintenance team. This is a hands-on role for someone who communicates well, follows through and leads by example.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with planning and directing daily golf course maintenance and agronomic programs.
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Schedule, train and supervise staff to ensure work is completed safely and to established standards.
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Monitor turf health, moisture levels and course conditions, identifying concerns and recommending solutions.
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Assist with irrigation system operation, troubleshooting and repairs.
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Supervise and perform fertilizer and plant protection applications, maintaining accurate records and following applicable regulations.
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Support cultural practices, landscaping and course improvement projects.
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Promote safe equipment operation and maintain clean, organized maintenance and storage facilities.
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Communicate with the Superintendent and golf operations team about maintenance activities and course conditions.
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Help manage labor, supplies and equipment use efficiently.
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Assist with department leadership in the Superintendent’s absence.
Job Benefits
Earned paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan option
Golf privileges
Job Requirements
Supervisory experience with the ability to train, motivate and hold a team accountable.
Working knowledge of turfgrass management, irrigation, equipment operation and fertilizer and plant protection applications.
Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver’s license and pesticide applicator certification.
Ability to work outdoors in Florida weather and perform the physical duties of the position, with reasonable accommodation.
Availability for early mornings, weekends and holidays as required by course operations.
• Golf Course Superintendent Association of America (GCSAA)
• Pesticide Application certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
• Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling.
Salary Range
From $75,000 to $80,000 per year
