Assistant Superintendent
Job Details
Giant Oak Golf Club is seeking a motivated Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to join our agronomy team. If you’re a hands-on turf pro who takes pride in details—clean mowing, smart moisture management, and doing the fundamentals every day—we want to meet you.
Giant Oak is a 27-hole golf facility located in Temperance, Michigan (SE Michigan / Toledo, Ohio area). We have been a family-owned and operated business since 1969.
Key Responsibilities
● Assist with daily golf course setup, scheduling, mowing, and maintenance duties; train/coach staff in golf course maintenance practices
● Participate in agronomic programs for greens, tees, fairways, and rough
● Assist with fertilizer, plant protectant, and cultural practice applications
● Monitor turf conditions and communicate observations/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 practices
● Keep equipment standards high (cleanliness, safety checks, reporting issues early)
● Maintain strong communication with the superintendent/owner and maintenance crew
● This is a 12-month position. During winter months, the assistant helps with equipment maintenance, outside projects (ex: tree removal), and maintenance projects in the clubhouse
Job Benefits
● $50,000 - $55,000 per year
● Health insurance
● Paid time off
● Holiday bonus
Job Requirements
● 1–3 years of golf course maintenance experience preferred (we will consider standout spray techs/crew leaders/irrigation techs ready to step up)
● Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
● High attention to detail and strong work ethic
● Strong fundamentals: mowing standards, cup cutting, moisture management, topdressing, rolling, etc.
● Valid driver’s license
● Ability to lift 50 pounds and operate typical turf equipment safely.
● Michigan pesticide applicator license (or ability to obtain within 90 days). If you’re the right fit, we will support you in obtaining and maintaining your license
● Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays