Assistant Superintendent

Walnut Creek Country Club is seeking a motivated Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our agronomy leadership team. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience at a progressive, innovative 27-hole private club that continues to invest heavily in technology, infrastructure, and long-term course improvement.

Facility Overview

• Private 27-hole facility located in South Lyon, Michigan
• Recently renovated North and West Courses
• Strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and professional development

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in daily golf course setup, scheduling, and supervision of maintenance staff
• Participate in agronomic programs for greens, tees, fairways, rough, and native areas
• Assist with fertilizer, plant protectant, and cultural practice applications
• Monitor turf conditions and communicate observations and recommendations
• Assist with irrigation system operation, troubleshooting, and repair
• Train and mentor seasonal and full-time employees
• Assist with project planning, execution, and documentation
• Support tournament preparation and special events
• Promote and enforce safety and environmental best practices

Progressive Operations & Infrastructure

• Three Firefly autonomous fairway mowing units, with active plans to expand automated mowing
• Rain Bird IC 2-Wire irrigation system installed across all 27 holes
• Renovated North and West Courses featuring:
  • Capillary concrete bunker liners
  • Dominant X-Treme creeping bentgrass fairways and tees
  • Expanded greens complexes
• Ongoing tree management focused on turf health, airflow, and sightlines
• Extensive drainage improvements completed during renovations
• Pond and creek bank restoration utilizing the SOX erosion control system

Why Walnut Creek?

This position is ideal for an assistant superintendent seeking career growth, exposure to advanced technology, and the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking agronomy team.