Hampton Roads Golf Clubs, Virginia Beach, VA – seeks Superintendent

Hampton Roads Golf Clubs has an opening for a Superintendent position. Candidates must be self-starting, creative and highly motivated, able to work independently, managing time and personnel. Two years’ experience required; experience may be either as a head superintendent or an assistant superintendent.

Hampton Roads Golf Clubs owns/operates three golf courses in the Virginia Beach/Chesapeake area. We have been in the golf business since 1977. See our courses at www.hamptonroadsgolf.com

Qualifications:

• Pesticide license
• Knowledge of computer and remote irrigation
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of chemicals used in turf management
• Able to diagnose and repair irrigation
• Problem solving ability
• Some knowledge of and ability to repair equipment
• Degree in turf management, agronomy, or other related field
• Working knowledge of the theory and care of reel and bed knife grinding preferred

Hampton Roads Golf Clubs currently has two fully-equipped maintenance facilities, including all turf maintenance equipment, floor lift, reel and bed knife grinders. Additionally, we are in the process of building a new maintenance facility at our Stumpy Lake Golf Course location. The superintendent will work closely with the general contractor to assure that the new facility is equipped in the best possible manner, to include an office, parts room, staff lounge and restroom as well as areas for equipment storage and repair.

Our greens are of L93 Bentgrass. Our fairways are Bermuda.

The superintendent will be expected to lead day-to-day operations, overseeing and managing the entire maintenance compound with organization, safety and a clean working environment. This will include planning, executing projects, budgeting, implementing cultural practices, moisture management, pesticide application, and developing staff. Must be flexible and with the ability to visually inspect golf course conditions and translate that to adjustments within role and equipment. Must be detail oriented, efficient, and able to set high standards of quality and accuracy along with good organization, time management and prioritization skills.

Salary - $75,000 - $90,000 annual

Benefits:

• Health insurance; choice of 3 plans, including health savings; family may be included
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance (free to those who are on our group health insurance plan)
• 401(k) plan, after 1 year of employment
• Professional dues paid
• Continuing education
• Golfing privileges
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Fuel, meal and phone allowance
• Discounts on merchandise and food

Availability: Immediate

Apply with resume to:

Merv Troyer, President

Hampton Roads Golf Clubs

2500 S. Independence Blvd.

Virginia Beach, VA 23456

757-646-1098

Nina_troyer@yahoo.com