ERS ~ Landscapes Golf Management and The Short Course at Mountain Shadows ~ 1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent ~ ****DEADLINE TO APPLY: APRIL 30TH, 2025****

Cactus and Pine, GCSA

Employment Referral Service

Date:              April 14th, 2025

Position:       1st Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Facility:         Landscapes Golf Management and The Short Course at Mountain Shadows are looking for a full-time 1st Assistant Superintendent.  

 

Comments:
The Short Course at Mountain Shadows is an 18-hole par-3 golf course located at the base of Camelback Mountain. The course was ranked in the Top 10 short courses in the world by the PGA in October 2025. It is part of the top-ranked Mountain Shadows resort and serves as a prized amenity for resort guests and public golfers alike.

 

Duties: 

Under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course. Supervises the maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment. Assists with all aspects of the irrigation system maintenance and operation.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Supervises and manages the upkeep of the golf course property which includes the course, maintenance equipment, department transportation fleet, recreation facilities, open spaces, wooded areas, and unused acreage.

Supervises the crews completing the maintenance and project work for the course. Assists with manual labor associated with the maintenance and project work as necessary.

Instructs equipment operators and grounds maintenance personnel on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment.

Supervises fertilizer, pesticide, herbicide, and fungicide applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment and maintains comprehensive records applications.

Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.

Hires and trains department staff on procedures and process; ensures compliance with safety procedures and applicable state, federal and local regulations.

Assists the Superintendent in gathering and submitting completed employee information for payroll processing on time.

Maintain accurate records for pertaining to regular maintenance work and project activities including, but not limited to, labor schedules, equipment use, equipment inventory, and safety activities. Assure the efficient and timely submission of all required reports.

Obtains and upholds pesticide and/or fertilizer license.

Portrays positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations.

Complies with golf course etiquette rules.

Must be well mannered, display a smile always, greet guests, member and fellow employees when encountered, show appreciation to the guests and the members, and demonstrate a willingness to help guests and members always.

Possesses and understanding of the importance of safety and sees that safe operation procedures are observed in all daily activities. Administers the Safety Program.

Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround time, streamline work processes and work cooperatively with others to provide quality customer service.

Attends and actively participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.

Performs additional assignments per the direction of club or Company managers.

 

Salary: $48,000 – $65,000 Depending on experience

Benefits: Full Time Benefits Package

Requirements: 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Requires working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways, greens; the seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; the planting cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Requires knowledge of current federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations.

Ability to operate and maintain tools and machines associated with the upkeep of the golf course.

Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Two or four-year turf grass management degree or related field preferred.

Minimum two years' experience in golf course maintenance crew preferably in a supervisory role.

Basic understanding of irrigation system operation/repair.

Previous fertilizer, pesticide and herbicide application/calibration experience preferred.

Responsible to: Golf Course Superintendent

Submit Resume to: Mountain Shadows Golf Maintenance - 1st ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

Available: Immediately

****Deadline To Apply: April 30th, 2025****