Assistant-in-Training

Whitford Country Club — Assistant Superintendent in Training

Exton, Pennsylvania

• Turf & Landscape Management – Mowing, edging, fertilizing, and maintaining pristine course conditions.
• Irrigation & Water Management – Monitoring, operating, and repairing the irrigation system for peak performance.
• Bunker & Course Setup – Ensuring bunkers are top-notch and the course is ready every day.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance – Handling mowers, trimmers, and utility vehicles while keeping them in good condition.
• Pest & Weed Control – Implementing best practices to maintain a healthy, thriving turf.
• Leadership & Management Training – Leading small crews, assisting with projects, and gaining behind-the-scenes operational knowledge.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in turf management, landscaping, or grounds maintenance preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and golf course equipment is a plus.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for outdoor work.
• Team player mentality with initiative; willingness to learn and grow in turf career.

Perks & Benefits:

• Golf privileges – Play the course you help maintain.
• Uniforms provided.
• Lunch provided (in season).
• Education & Career Growth – High school students encouraged to apply; strong connections with Penn State and Delaware Valley University.

Note: This posting contains multiple listings and separate opportunities from other clubs below.

Osterville, Massachusetts

• Gain hands-on experience in all areas of golf course management, including course setup, irrigation, fertilizer and pesticide applications, crew leadership, and restoration projects.
• Work closely with Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, Equipment Manager, and Irrigation Technician; opportunities to lead the crew for one week to simulate an Assistant Superintendent role.
• Learn daily course preparation, agronomic practices, irrigation repair and maintenance, record keeping, and water management.

Qualifications:

• Motivated, team-oriented person; eagerness to learn; strong work ethic.
• Basic understanding of turf management preferred, not required.
• Ability to lead and grow into leadership roles; strong communication skills.

Pine Hill, New Jersey

• Opportunity to be part of a continually evolving golf operation with construction projects; work closely with Superintendent and senior staff.
• Supervision of daily maintenance, pesticide and fertilizer handling, recordkeeping, and course setup for tournament play.
• Willingness to work long hours and uphold high standards; strong eye for detail.

Qualifications:

• Highly motivated, reliable, detail-oriented; strong desire to advance in turf maintenance.
• Ability to work hours required; valid driver’s license; pesticide license or willingness to obtain.

Note: This is a composite refinement of multiple postings; ensure you review each listing for full requirements and benefits.