2nd Assistant Superintendent

Canterbury Golf Club, located in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a 2nd Assistant Superintendent to join their golf course maintenance team.  Golf Course Superintendent Mike LoPresti and his team prioritize professional development and growth within their staff. This position has become available following the promotion of the former Senior Assistant to a Head Superintendent role, as well as the advancement of the previous Second Assistant to Senior Assistant. Notably, the former Senior Assistant is the third individual in the past eight years to transition into a superintendent role, highlighting the team's commitment to fostering career progression.

Club highlights:

• Staff: 20-25 during the peak of the season including 9 full-time year-round employees
• Annual rounds: Approximately 20,000
• Typical work schedule: 
  • (In-Season) April-September: 12 days on 2 days off or 6 days on 1 day off 
  • (Off-Season) October-March: M-F, with snow removal responsibilities every 3rd weekend
• Grass Types: Bent/Poa on fine turf.  Mix of bluegrass, tall fescue and rye in the rough
• Equipment: Primarily purchased John Deere
• Irrigation: 5 row Toro OSMAC controllers with Lynx Central
• Future projects: On going projects associated with already approved master plan. In fall of 2025, there will be a focus on addressing creek banks, re-routing a creek, and replacing bridges
• Future Tournaments: 
  • 2027 USGA Girls Jr Amateur
  • 2033 USGA Sr Amateur
  • 2039 USGA Women's Amateur
  • Annually host the Picard Cup which is a 2-man team 4 ball event (www.Picardcup.com)

 Success Traits of Individual:

• Takes initiative and can begin tasks independently without needing constant direction or supervision.
• Shows curiosity about the job and is motivated to ask questions and learn new skills to improve performance.
• Has a clear understanding of what is required in the role, including the hard work, time management, and attention to detail it entails.
• Has a clear career goal to progress in the field, with an ambition to become a Golf Course Superintendent
• Open to taking on challenges and growing within the role, but understands when it's necessary to seek guidance to ensure tasks are done correctly.
• Works well with others, contributing positively to team dynamics and collaborating effectively to achieve shared goals.
• Maintains a sense of humor and a balanced approach to work, recognizing the importance of flexibility and not getting bogged down by mistakes.
• Prioritizes providing excellent service, ensuring that the needs of others—whether team members, guests, or clients—are met in a timely and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to tasks, working with a focus on meeting deadlines and addressing issues quickly to keep operations running smoothly.
• Has worked in a high-standard or top-tier facility

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and supervision of the staff
• Assist in making plant protectant and fertilizer applications to all surfaces
• Assist in making repairs to the irrigations system and all related components
• Contribute to the daily maintenance of the golf course including and not limited to mowing, course set up, drainage maintenance, repair, and installation, hand watering, tree pruning and removal, snow plowing and removal, and other duties in the maintenance operation.
• Manage the inventory of plant protection products and fertilizers
• Have and continue to develop an attention to detail and use this skill to participate in weekly management meetings
• Assist in the training of new employees in all aspects of golf course maintenance
• Assist in scouting the course for disease and pests
• Daily communication with the Superintendent, other management staff, and the rest of the crew on goals, course conditions, event planning, and other related activities

Preferred Requirements:

• A degree in turf management or related field 
• 1-3 years of experience in golf course maintenance
• Strong verbal and written communication

• $60,000 annual salary
• Bonus
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO/Vacation
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Continued education
• Local & national dues
• Uniforms
• Golfing privileges
• Paid tournament volunteer opportunities

About Us: 

Canterbury Golf Club is also known for its strong golf culture, fostering a community of golfers who are committed to the sport’s traditions. With a focus on excellence in both competition and hospitality, it has attracted many top amateur and professional golfers throughout its history.

From the 1932 Western Open to the 2009 Senior PGA Championship, Canterbury has hosted 13 Major Championships. Canterbury is one of only two Clubs in history to have hosted all five of the men's Major Championships that rotate sites. (The US Open, PGA Championship, US Amateur, Sr. US Open and Sr. PGA Championship). And the list of champions is equally impressive.

Beyond golf, the club offers a variety of amenities and a strong social atmosphere, making it a hub for its members and their families. The club's commitment to maintaining its world-class reputation includes regular updates to its facilities and ongoing investments in the golf course.

To learn more, please visit: https://canterburygc.org/