Job Description

Golf Course Superintendent

About Us
Racine Country Club is a private, 18-hole country club featuring a championship golf course, full-service clubhouse, dining, pool, and tennis facilities. We take pride in maintaining high standards of course conditioning and providing an exceptional experience for our members and guests.

Position Overview
Racine Country Club is seeking an experienced and dedicated Golf Course Superintendent to oversee all aspects of golf course and grounds maintenance. This is a year-round position, responsible for managing the turfgrass, irrigation, landscaping, equipment, and leading the grounds staff. The Superintendent also oversees snow removal operations during the winter months. The Superintendent works closely with the Owner and Golf Professional to ensure the course and grounds consistently meet high standards of playability, appearance, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee all aspects of golf course maintenance and agronomic programs.
• Supervise, train, and schedule grounds crew; promote a positive and safety-focused work environment.
• Develop and manage the annual maintenance and capital budgets.
• Maintain greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and roughs to ensure premium playing conditions.
• Oversee and maintain irrigation and drainage systems for efficient and effective operation.
• Manage fertilizer and chemical applications, including integrated pest management (IPM) practices.
• Collaborate with Golf Operations on course setup, tournaments, and daily play conditions.
• Oversee snow removal operations for the clubhouse, parking lots, and grounds during winter months.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best management practices.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and coordinate with club management on facility projects.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Turfgrass Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive experience in golf course maintenance, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or assistant superintendent capacity.
• Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator’s License (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong knowledge of cool-season turfgrass management, irrigation systems, and grounds equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Dedication to maintaining high-quality course conditions year-round.

Why Join Us?

• A dynamic, collaborative work environment within a prestigious country club.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • $80,000 - $110,000 per year (based on experience)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work,

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