2nd Assistant Superintendent

Westchester Hills Golf Club in White Plains, NY is seeking a full-time 2nd Assistant Superintendent. The role is suited for a motivated individual interested in contributing to a positive experience for members and guests while continuing to grow knowledge of golf club operations.

• Bachelors degree or Associates degree from a four- or two-year college or technical school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred degree focus in agronomy, horticulture, or plant/soil science.
• 3 to 4 years of related experience and/or training.
• Must have a valid drivers license.
• Must have a valid pesticide application license.
• Regularly works in wet or humid conditions and near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.
• Regularly wears safety equipment that covers the entire body and may trap body heat and moisture.

• Perform routine safety inspections on all spraying and fertilizer equipment.
• Read, understand, and keep up-to-date material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with governmental regulations.
• Ensure the safety and direction of chemical/fertilizer handlers and helpers.
• Maintain logs of applications and file related reports.
• Be responsible for hand spraying and maintaining proper mixing amounts and application techniques.
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of chemicals and fertilizers being applied.
• Ensure proper calibration of all spraying and fertilizing equipment.
• Supervise and assist maintenance staff with daily duties.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed, including compliance with government regulations.
• Ensure associates obtain proper licenses needed to perform job tasks safely and within city, state, and federal regulations.
• Address all real or perceived environmental concerns directly.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining associates, and resolving problems.
• Manage department members, including Environmental Technicians.
• Assure effective orientation and training for each new associate and develop ongoing training programs.
• Monitor business volume forecasts and plan accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs, and other expenses.
• Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as required.