TPC Sawgrass, located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, is the birthplace of the TPC Network and the backdrop to PGA TOUR headquarters. Within the Mediterranean-Style, 77,000 square foot clubhouse, we provide our PGA TOUR Players, Families, Executives, Members and Guests with truly memorable culinary and service experiences in multiple dining outlets, beautifully appointed banquet and meeting spaces, and an expansive gallery. For the golf enthusiast, we provide a world class golf experience on either of our two PGA TOUR championship courses, including the famous Stadium Course, home to THE PLAYERS Championship.  If you are looking to improve your game, our PGA TOUR’s Performance Center offers lessons from the top PGA instructors in the industry as well as club fitting and fitness.

The Landscape Assistant Superintendent is responsible for assisting with the management of the Landscape Department of Golf Course Maintenance and overseeing landscape projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree and extensive experience in horticulture or a closely related field
• Knowledge of the characteristics, growth habit and proper cultivation of a wide selection of flowering bulbs and annual, biennial and perennial plant materials, including both herbaceous and woody plants
• Knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, soil conditioners and pest control methods and materials  
• Must successfully pass state and local pesticide application certification and obtain license within 90 days in this position
• Working knowledge of golf course operations and practices necessary
• First Aid certified
• Must be 18 years old and be able to operate a motor vehicle/have valid driver’s license
• Minimum of 1-2 years prior supervisory experience required

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Direct, or assist with supervising the daily operations and maintenance of greenhouse and ornamental landscape nursery facilities
• As required, direct and/or implement the approved plant material design for property and tournament needs
• As required, direct and/or implement the turf (TMP) and landscape (LMP) management schedule and provide staffing assignments for Landscape Department. Develop, or assist in the design of the ornamental arrangement of flowers, shrubs and trees
• Assist with, and ensure the proper trimming and pruning of hedges and shrubbery
• Assist with design, install and maintain low-pressure irrigation systems for landscaping. Supervise and participate in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems
• Supervise and assist in pesticide and fertilizer applications with regard to all areas within the scope of Landscape Department. Operate and calibrate pesticide application equipment. Document and maintain all pesticide and fertilizer applications and records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, and laws and regulations
• Provide daily supervision of the Landscape Department crew, including assisting with hiring, training, employee safety, employee evaluations and discipline
• Schedule and supervise Landscape Gardeners in the use of the equipment, 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
• Assist with the development of the Landscape Department budget, and manage respective line items in accordance with budgets while controlling general expenses for the Landscape Department
• Abide by all policies and procedures as stated in the Golf Course Maintenance Operations Manual

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a variety of outdoor weather conditions. Position is very active and requires lifting, pulling or pushing up to or over 50 pounds, moving and/or lift items with awkward weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

 

An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

 

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

 

Travel

• Travel is not expected for this position

 

Work Schedule Expectations

• This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels

 

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities