GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

Job Description

Job Description

The Management Trust
Position Title: Golf Course Superintendent
Location: Skyline Mountain Resort, Fairview, UT
Reporting To: General Manager
Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Salary: DOE

COMPANY PROFILE:

The Management Trust is a community association management company.  We believe that building and maintaining a community takes more than just hammers and nails.  It takes integrity, trust, experience, and support.  Our success is based on the belief that effective management anticipates our clients’ needs, not merely reacts to them.  We are a company of creative and committed individuals driven by grand aspirations and are proud to be the only 100% employee-owned community management firm in the nation.  Our Employee Owners are encouraged to actively participate in growing our business by helping define best practices every day.  It is in this spirit that we encourage you to explore this opportunity to join The Management Trust team.

EMPLOYEE OWNER POSITION PURPOSE:

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the successful operation and maintenance of the golf course.  This role focuses on creating a positive environment where staff are enthusiastic and trained on all matters related to the game, and committed to delivering a quality experience to homeowners, guests, and employees.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise all golf course employees, providing clear direction, performance oversight, and daily task assignments.
• Ensure staff follow safety protocols, equipment procedures, and operational standards at all times.
• Foster a safe, positive, and productive work environment through consistent communication and leadership.
• Determine course opening dates based on weather conditions, turf health, and operational readiness.
• Manage the course mowing schedule, ensuring greens, fairways, tees, and roughs are maintained to professional standards.
• Fertilize the course according to seasonal needs, soil conditions, and turf management best practices.
• Perform and oversee course repairs, including turf restoration, hazard maintenance, irrigation fixes, and general grounds upkeep.
• Prepare the course for daily operations by inspecting greens, checking hazards, setting tee markers, and ensuring all areas meet playability standards.
• Collect driving range balls and ensure range areas remain clean, organized, and fully
• Manage the water schedule for the entire course, adjusting irrigation cycles based on weather, turf conditions, and conservation requirements.
• Monitor irrigation systems for leaks, malfunctions, or inefficiencies and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Fuel golf carts daily and ensure all carts are charged, clean, and ready for use.
• Repair golf carts or coordinate repairs with maintenance personnel to ensure fleet
• Document damaged carts and report issues promptly to the General Manager or Pro Shop Manager.
• Coordinate daily and long‑term operations with the Pro Shop Manager to ensure seamless golfer experience and course readiness.
• Work closely with the Office Manager on purchasing, budgeting, scheduling, and administrative needs.
• administrative needs
• Communicate regularly with the General Manager regarding course conditions, staffing needs, equipment issues, and operational updates.
• Manage the golf course budget, monitoring expenses, forecasting needs, and ensuring cost‑effective operations.
• Order required items for the golf course, including fertilizers, tools, equipment parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Track inventory levels and ensure essential materials are always available for grounds
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols, training staff on equipment use, and addressing hazards immediately.
• Ensure all ground operations comply with environmental regulations, chemical handling standards, and workplace safety guidelines.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent); Associate’s Degree preferred
• Proficiency in golf administration of an 18-hole executive course – with a minimum of (3) years of experience
• Expertise in how the game is played; historical knowledge is a big plus
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word; intermediate skills a plus
• Conflict resolution skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and address time-sensitive issues
• Superior multi-tasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to provide high-level customer service with astute attention to detail and organization
• Must be a team player
• Ability to manage workflow amid shifting priorities
• Willing to learn Company process and procedures, and learn/use proprietary software
• Adaptable and dependable with a solid attendance record
• Professional and respectful demeanor with all staff and guests at all times

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and driving record in compliance with Company policy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Use standard office equipment, including: computer, phone, copier/scanner, etc.
• Use standard golf equipment, including: golf cart, clubs, etc.
• Be stationary or in motion for periods of time
• Relocate up to (25) pounds
• Travel to and from offsite locations
• Able to perform outdoor work in all types of weather

SUPERVISES OTHERS?  IF SO, LIST:

• Golf Course Maintenance Assistant Superintendent and Golf Course Maintenance Technicians

SCHEDULE & TRAVEL:

• Monday-Friday from approx. 8:00 am-5:00 pm (schedule may vary)
• This position may require occasional long hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet business needs

The Management Trust is an Equal Opportunity employer.  We celebrate and support diversity.

TMT reserves the right to modify this job description at any time based on business need.