Assistant-in-Training

By Brooklake Country Club, January 7 - updated January 28 - Florham Park, New Jersey

Assistant-in-Training Brooklake Country Club – Florham Park, NJ About Us: Located in the serene town of Florham Park, Brooklake Country Club is renowned for its beautiful golf course and welcoming community. We're excited to invite a motivated individual to join our team as an Assistant in Training, where you'll gain hands-on experience and grow in a supportive and fun environment. Position: Assistant-in-Training Key Responsibilities: Assist in daily golf course maintenance and operations, ensuring high standards are met. Collaborate with the Superintendent and team to learn and execute agronomic practices. Gain practical experience in irrigation management, turf care, and equipment operation. Support the team in maintaining the aesthetic and playability of the course. Participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge. Qualifications: Passion for golf course management and a desire to learn. Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team. Basic understanding of turfgrass management is a plus, but not required. Willingness to engage in hands-on work and tackle new challenges. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Why Join Brooklake Country Club? Hands-On Experience: Dive into real-world tasks and gain invaluable experience working on our beautiful golf course. Growth Opportunity: Receive mentorship from industry professionals and advance your career in golf course management. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced work schedule that allows you to thrive both professionally and personally. Fun Environment: Be part of a vibrant team that values collaboration, camaraderie, and a positive workplace culture. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to bcturfman@optonline.net. Join us at Brooklake Country Club and embark on a rewarding journey in golf course management. Pay: Competitive and commensurate with experience. 

By The Camargo Club, January 15 - updated January 27 - Cincinnati, Ohio

The Camargo Club, a prestigious private golf course in Cincinnati, OH, is home to an 18-hole Seth Raynor design, renowned for its exceptional layout and immaculate condition. Established in 1925, the course is consistently ranked among the nation's best, holding the 47th spot by Golf Digest and 31st by Golf Magazine. In 2022, the course completed a comprehensive renovation. This included the restoration and re-grassing of greens and tees with the 007XL bentgrass variety, ensuring world-class playing surfaces. Additionally, fairways and playing corridors were widened to enhance the course scale. The course irrigation system has also been upgraded with a cutting-edge RainBird HDPE system. These improvements lend to a work environment suited for an individual who desires to further their career within the industry. Therefore, we are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant-in-Training (AIT) to join our team. This position provides a unique opportunity to be immersed in all aspects of turf management and maintenance at a Top 50 course. Our AITs are an integral part of our operation, helping to deliver championship-quality conditions to Camargo’s members and their guests every day. Job Responsibilities: Moisture Management: Hand watering greens and tees; operating the RainBird 2-wire Irrigation system using CirrusPro technology. Fertilizer/Pesticide Applications: Performing walk spreading, hand spraying, boom spraying, and Lely spreading. Integrated Pest Management: Scouting for pests and planning targeted treatments. Record Keeping/Data Collection: Tracking clipping yields, chemical applications, and job assignments using TaskTracker and Greenkeeper applications. Equipment Operation: Operating all turf maintenance equipment, including cutting units, sprayers, tractors with implements, and more. Irrigation Repair: Maintaining and repairing the HDPE irrigation system, including RainBird sprinkler heads. As an AIT, you will work directly with the Assistant Superintendents and Grounds Superintendent, gaining hands-on experience and knowledge in all facets of course management. The role offers tremendous opportunities for professional growth, with a clear pathway to advancement. We are committed to fostering talent and ensuring that hardworking AITs progress to Assistant Superintendent roles, whether at Camargo or within the broader turf management industry.

By Stanton Ridge Golf and C.C, January 9 - Whitehouse Station, New Jersey

Stanton Ridge is a private, 18-hole country club located in central NJ, Hunterdon County, with bent poa tees, greens, and fairways. The trainee will work under the superintendent and 1st assistant to assist with crew management, spray application, irrigation management, and other daily tasks of golf course maintenance. Potential employee should be willing to work hard and focus on details. We are willing to train motivated candidates with minimal experience.