Wente Family Estates
Golf Maintenance Second Assistant/Foreman
Wente Family Estates, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
Overview
Golf Maintenance Second Assistant/Foreman role at Wente Family Estates. This hands-on leadership position supports the Superintendent and First Assistant in managing course operations, supervising staff, and implementing agronomic programs with strong growth potential toward becoming a Golf Course Superintendent. Responsibilities
Supervise and train maintenance staff Schedule daily assignments and monitor quality control Assist in chemical and fertilizer applications (calculations, calibration, application, recordkeeping) Irrigation troubleshooting, repair, programming, and hand-watering Scouting and monitoring turf health, pests, and diseases Operate a wide range of turf maintenance equipment Coordinate with clubhouse staff on course conditions Fertilizer and Pesticide applications, including calculations, calibration of equipment, applying, and record keeping Qualifications
Physical Demands
Requires the ability to stand or kneel for potentially long periods of time throughout the workday. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient to operate a computer terminal for potentially long periods of time without experiencing abnormal hand, wrist, or eye strain. Hearing sufficient to understand conversations, both in person and on the telephone. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Non-Physical Demands
A minimum of 2 years golf course experience. 2-4-year degree or certification in turfgrass management or related field. Valid California QAL/QAC or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment. Must understand the game of golf and be knowledgeable of the principles, practices, and methods of golf course management. Irrigation experience (troubleshooting, repairs, programming, watering). Experience safely applying and monitoring chemical and fertilizer applications. Ability to operate equipment associated with golf course maintenance. Project management experience. Strong leadership skills including the ability to effectively motivate a team. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Demonstrated passion for the industry with a mindset of someday becoming a superintendent. Spanish speaking is a plus or ability to communicate in Spanish with the team. Excellent interpersonal skills, effectively managing personnel while fostering an atmosphere of teamwork, understanding, cooperation and productivity. Demonstrated competence and organizational skills to coordinate activities with multiple components requiring independent follow-through and attention to detail. Optimistic, adaptable, and able to thrive in a competitive business environment. Sustainability Values Statement
Supports environmental sustainability by utilizing water responsibly. Since this job deals with irrigation and sprinklers, we must make sure only the amount needed is used. We monitor the usage by adjusting minutes of water daily on our computer systems. We must not only care for the environment but also for the animals that inhabit this property. We make sure our fertilization does not run nitrogen into the lakes or streams. Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: General Business, Management, and Business Development Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
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Golf Maintenance Second Assistant/Foreman role at Wente Family Estates. This hands-on leadership position supports the Superintendent and First Assistant in managing course operations, supervising staff, and implementing agronomic programs with strong growth potential toward becoming a Golf Course Superintendent. Responsibilities
Supervise and train maintenance staff Schedule daily assignments and monitor quality control Assist in chemical and fertilizer applications (calculations, calibration, application, recordkeeping) Irrigation troubleshooting, repair, programming, and hand-watering Scouting and monitoring turf health, pests, and diseases Operate a wide range of turf maintenance equipment Coordinate with clubhouse staff on course conditions Fertilizer and Pesticide applications, including calculations, calibration of equipment, applying, and record keeping Qualifications
Physical Demands
Requires the ability to stand or kneel for potentially long periods of time throughout the workday. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient to operate a computer terminal for potentially long periods of time without experiencing abnormal hand, wrist, or eye strain. Hearing sufficient to understand conversations, both in person and on the telephone. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Non-Physical Demands
A minimum of 2 years golf course experience. 2-4-year degree or certification in turfgrass management or related field. Valid California QAL/QAC or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment. Must understand the game of golf and be knowledgeable of the principles, practices, and methods of golf course management. Irrigation experience (troubleshooting, repairs, programming, watering). Experience safely applying and monitoring chemical and fertilizer applications. Ability to operate equipment associated with golf course maintenance. Project management experience. Strong leadership skills including the ability to effectively motivate a team. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Demonstrated passion for the industry with a mindset of someday becoming a superintendent. Spanish speaking is a plus or ability to communicate in Spanish with the team. Excellent interpersonal skills, effectively managing personnel while fostering an atmosphere of teamwork, understanding, cooperation and productivity. Demonstrated competence and organizational skills to coordinate activities with multiple components requiring independent follow-through and attention to detail. Optimistic, adaptable, and able to thrive in a competitive business environment. Sustainability Values Statement
Supports environmental sustainability by utilizing water responsibly. Since this job deals with irrigation and sprinklers, we must make sure only the amount needed is used. We monitor the usage by adjusting minutes of water daily on our computer systems. We must not only care for the environment but also for the animals that inhabit this property. We make sure our fertilization does not run nitrogen into the lakes or streams. Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: General Business, Management, and Business Development Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
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