Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary of Responsibilities:

Fiddler's Elbow is an exclusive club situated in Bedminster, New Jersey. We proudly offer three championship golf courses, available for play nearly every day of the year, along with award-winning practice facilities both indoors and outdoors. Our sports and leisure complex boasts impressive state-of-the-art aquatic facilities enjoyed by individuals of all ages, as well as tennis, paddle sports, fitness options, and The Cove, a mini club designed for children. Our elegant manor-style clubhouse features both casual and fine dining options, along with the finest banquet facilities in the area for galas, weddings, and social gatherings. With our rich history, stunning grounds, and exceptional amenities, Fiddler's Elbow is truly an inspiring environment and a fantastic place to begin or advance your career!

The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for assisting the Superintendent with the operating functions within the Golf Course Maintenance Department. They will be entrusted with maintenance, operation, and management of the golf course as well as the associated crew.

Enhancing lives of Members and Guests with "WOW" moments they can't live without.

Essential Functions:

• Promote a positive work environment through effective communication and creating a warm and engaging atmosphere
• Turf grass upkeep and maintenance
• Ensuring healthy growth of golf course grasses, trees, wetlands, and other plant materials
• Maintenance of wooded areas, nursery, and houses
• Supervise and schedule maintenance and repair of golf course equipment

• Assist superintendent with preparation of annual budgets for improvement projects
• Train and supervise Golf Course Maintenance staff to ensure efficiency and safety
• Aid superintendent in acquisition of equipment and purchasing of necessary supplies
• Keep accurate and complete records on inventory, weather data, maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, etc.
• Participate in educational opportunities such as seminars, workshops, field days and trade shows
• Assist with scheduling and maintenance of irrigation systems and pesticide applications
• Keep in compliance with regulatory issues as directed by Superintendent
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills:

• Time-Management
• Active Listening
• Judgement and Decision Making
• Complex Problem Solving
• Leadership

Work Styles:

• Leadership
• Stress Tolerance
• Attention to Detail 
• Cooperation 

Safety:

• Ensure proper utilization of Personal Protective Equipment for themselves and Golf Course Maintenance employees including hearing, eye/face, respiratory, hand and foot protection
• Operating machinery
• Contact with chemicals

Required Education/Experience:

• Have completed a Turf Management program 
• Possess or ability to obtain NJ Pesticide Application License 
• Bilingual - Spanish speaking is a plus
• Must be knowledgeable of management and maintenance of greens, fairways, and roughs
• Must be knowledgeable of proper use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf course construction and maintenance work
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a team player; possess the ability to collaborate and work well with others

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Must have ability to use both arms, hands
• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, varied weather conditions, day and/or night hours, occasional long hours, weekends, and holidays 
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor. May be required to work in an environment that includes such activities as bending, lifting, stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and grasping
• May need to lift up to 50 pounds frequently; lifting 50+ pounds occasionally

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor weather conditions may include extreme heat and/or humidity, rain, storms, snow and other conditions

Classification:

• FLSA-Non-Exempt
• Full-Time, Non-Seasonal

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• 2 days off every week
• Golf, Paddle Tennis & Yoga privileges
• 401(k) eligibility after 1 year of employment 
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• FSA
• Uniform Provided
• Staff Meals

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