About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Maintenance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Assistant Golf Course Superintendent — In-Training role is designed to develop future golf course management leaders. Working under the Director of Golf Course Maintenance and senior superintendents, you will rotate through hands-on turf and course maintenance activities while learning supervisory, administrative, and safety practices.

• Assist with daily maintenance tasks across tee boxes, fairways, greens and bunker areas
• Operate, maintain and assist in repair of turf equipment and vehicles
• Apply agronomic products under supervision and help maintain application records
• Support irrigation checks, minor repairs, and daily system monitoring
• Assist in staff training, scheduling and basic performance feedback as requested
• Maintain facility, shop and equipment cleanliness and organization
• Communicate via two-way radio and follow established reporting procedures
• Promote and model safety practices and use required PPE
• Support special projects and assume foreman duties (Irrigation/Application) when required
• Complete administrative and record-keeping tasks related to maintenance operations

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Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in turf management, agronomy, horticulture, or related field — OR equivalent trades training with relevant turf experience
• Working knowledge of golf course operations, turfgrass culture, and basic equipment operation
• Ability to learn and follow agronomic and safety procedures
• Ability to obtain (or hold) a state-registered Certified Applicator’s License for pesticide/herbicide/fertilizer application
• Strong communication skills and basic administrative ability (record keeping, scheduling)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate maintenance equipment
• Eligible to work in the United States

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, kneel, lift and carry up to 25 pounds; may lift/push/pull over 50 pounds on occasion
• Frequent outdoor work in all weather conditions; role requires good visual acuity (close, distance, depth perception, color vision)
• Must comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when applicable

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Working Hours & Travel

• Full-time position with shift variations based on business needs (early mornings, weekends or overtime may be required during peak seasons)
• Travel is not expected for this position
• This role functions as a team lead with occasional supervisory responsibilities

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Compensation & Career Growth

• Estimated annual compensation (as listed by our client): $46,254 per year — actual pay may vary based on experience and qualifications
• Structured training path aimed at promotion to Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
• On-the-job mentoring, hands-on technical development, and opportunities for certification

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Key Keywords for This Role (for candidates)

• Assistant Golf Course Superintendent In-Training Ponte Vedra Beach FL
• Golf course maintenance
• Turf management
• Certified Applicator license (state-registered)
• Equipment operation

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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