Golf Superintendent - Assistant jobs in South Burlington, VT

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Vail Resorts provides a variety of opportunities for employees to grow in their passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.  

As you move from season to season, or begin a year-round career, you’ll continue to receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Our team members are the core of our mission. Providing the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests starts with you. 

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

•    Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
•    MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
•    401(k) Retirement Plan 
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Excellent training and professional development
•    Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary:

Assist the Director of Maintenance and Golf Course Superintendent in managing and maintaining golf course properties, including the golf course and surrounding areas, maintenance equipment, golf cars, clubhouse grounds, and the sod farm/nursery. Train, direct and supervise greenstaff. Assist in planning maintenance and project work to achieve long-range goals. Oversee scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish daily work.  Keep accurate and complete records on maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, etc. Requires knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices; a working knowledge of golf facility construction principles/practices/methods, and an understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf. Requires some administrative ability, especially problem solving and decision making, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Job Specifications:

• Housing: Available
• Outlet: Mount Snow
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Year Round / Full Time
• The budgeted range starts at $52,000 - $68,075.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing and maintaining golf course properties, including the golf course and surrounding areas, maintenance equipment, golf cars, clubhouse grounds, and the sod farm/nursery.
• Schedule and assign routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish daily work.
• Train, direct and supervise Golf Maintenance Lead, Irrigation Tech and Greenstaff
• Assist in the conceptualization and implementation of special projects
• Keep accurate records of maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, etc.
• Communicate regularly with Director of Maintenance, Golf Course Superintendent and Golf Professional to discuss activities, plans, goals, and member/guest input. 

Job Requirements

• 2 or 4 year degree in turfgrass management or related field.
• Basic skills with email, internet, Microsoft package
• Valid Driver’s License
• Four years’ experience on a golf maintenance team. Experience working with golf irrigation system.
• Golf maintenance supervisory experience
• Excellent oral and written communication

The expected pay range is $52,000 - $68,075. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  501100
Reference Date: 03/29/2024 
Job Code Function: Golf Course Maintenance