Golf Course Superintendent

Pine Lakes Golf Club is a signature Arnold Palmer 18‑hole course with a practice facility and 18,000 sq ft clubhouse. Palm Coast is located on the east coast of FL ½hr from St Augustine to the north and Daytona to the south.

We are looking for a hardworking, self‑motivated individual who wants to grow with us and takes pride in a job well done. This is a hands‑on position. The superintendent will report directly to the Owner and/or General Manager.

• A thorough knowledge of warm season Bermuda greens and turf management.
• Proactive prevention and addressing of turf issues to provide the best outcomes.
• Calibrate and apply pesticides and fertilizer applications; inventory chemicals and supplies; record applications in compliance with regulations.
• Apply all essential greens applications and supervise routine spray applications.
• Maintain the grounds around the clubhouse for an aesthetic and professional presentation.
• Safely operate standard golf course maintenance equipment, including mowers, aeration equipment, chainsaw, tractors, backhoes, etc.
• Run a professional, organized, and tidy maintenance building; write schedules for staff and assign daily work assignments; ensure operators are trained.
• Lead by example with a hardworking and teamwork‑oriented leadership style; golf course superintendent work week will average at least 50 hrs.
• Communicate effectively with lead mechanic to address equipment problems promptly.
• Perform irrigation repairs as needed; work with and train staff in all areas of irrigation repairs and maintenance.
• Manage computerized irrigation system, modify or set programs, and manage pump house operations; file bi‑annual water usage reports.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience working as a first assistant or golf course superintendent.
• Must have experience with warm season turf grasses and diseases.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, efficient time management, solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, organized, attentive to details, and self‑motivated.

• A 2‑year Turf Management Degree or equivalent experience.
• Florida Applicators License – Core & Ornamental Turfgrass (required).
• Florida Aquatic Applicators License (plus).