Assistant in Training

Los Angeles Country Club • Full-time • Los Angeles, California, United States • $23 - $26 / hour • 1d ago

Position Summary

As a vital role to the Golf Courses Maintenance Team, an Assistant in Training is responsible for the maintenance and care of the golf courses and grounds working directly with the Director of Golf Courses and Grounds, Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents. This is a transitional position to provide guidance for an individual’s growth and promotion in the golf course industry.

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Directly responsible for course set up; cutting hole locations, setting tee markers, emptying trash cans, detail work
Involved with the application of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, or other chemical applications on the golf course
Fertilizer applications using various types of application equipment
Irrigation repair and maintenance
Implementation of daily water requirements through hand watering and overhead irrigation to warm and cool season grasses
Assist in routine maintenance work such as walk mowing, bunkers, trimming
Show a strong interest in self-improvement by joining professional organizations as well as participating in continuing education or training opportunities such as seminars, workshops and trade shows in order to maintain knowledge of the profession

Qualifications

Qualification Standards

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Have completed or in the process of higher education in turf management or related field
Knowledge of the proper use of various chemicals, fertilizers, soil conditioners, etc…
Ability to read and understand general business publications, professional publications, technical reports, and government regulations
Ability to operate golf carts, mowers, and heavy equipment
Ability to obtain a CA state pesticide applicators license
Possess a valid driver’s license
Entry level computer skills

Education