Description

Richland Country Club, located in Nashville, TN, is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join their Golf and Grounds Maintenance team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a fully renovated course, a committed staff, and a supportive membership. The successful candidate will acclimate quickly to the crew and culture, while helping maintain the highest standards of course conditions and service.

Club Highlights:

• 2021/2022 complete course renovation
• 30,000 annual rounds
• 18 full-time staff in season
• Toro Lynx irrigation system
• 4-year John Deere equipment lease (new lease begins November 2025)
• Warm-season turf varieties including TifEagle Greens, Zorro Tees & Fairways, TifGrand Collars, and TifTuf Rough
• Typical work schedule: Every other weekend; overtime in season
• Future projects: Renovation of maintenance facility

SUCCESS TRAITS OF INDIVIDUAL:

• Strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player mindset
• Sense of urgency
• Focus on team/course success over personal interest

INITIAL PRIORITIES OF POSITION:

• Acclimate to the crew and membership culture
• Become familiar with the course and grounds
• Support daily operations to maintain course conditions at a high standard

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND APTITUDE:

• Assist in planning and executing daily course maintenance operations
• Supervise and train staff in proper turf care practices
• Operate and maintain irrigation systems and golf course equipment
• Support Director of Golf and Grounds Maintenance in all agronomic programs
• Promote safety, efficiency, and attention to detail within the team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or related field (preferred)
• 4-7 years of relevant experience (more experience may offset education requirement)
• Knowledge of warm-season turf management practices
• Leadership experience in golf course maintenance

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Salary: $70,000-$90,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match
• PTO/vacation
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Continued education and professional association dues (local & national)
• Uniforms
• Free meals (When available)
• Golfing privileges

ABOUT US:

Richland Country Club's mission is to provide their members with a "home away from home" by giving them a place to connect, relax, and enjoy all that Richland has to offer. We are Ladies and Gentlemen serving other Ladies and Gentlemen, and we work to exceed the needs of our membership by ensuring extraordinary service for each individual.