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Golf Course Superintendent - Tree House Brewing Company

Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), Tewksbury, MA, United States


Golf Course Superintendent Tree House is excited to announce the opportunity for a Golf Course Grounds Superintendent, who will oversee the successful operation of our 20‑year‑old, 9‑hole golf course. The right candidate will thrive in a hospitality environment and will be highly focused on providing superior playing conditions and a pristine landscape aesthetic for our guests. This position is full‑time and will report to the General Manager of the Tewksbury property.

Key Responsibilities

Complete responsibility for the overall grounds and health of the nine‑hole golf course.

Lead and direct the maintenance of all property grounds for the Tewksbury location.

Frequently inspect the golf course, general grounds and related areas to evaluate management standards and implement improvements where necessary.

Ensure that the golf course provides healthy and high‑quality playing conditions for guests.

Supervise all planting, fertilizing and chemical applications, and other care of turf, plants, shrubs and trees on the golf course and surrounding grounds.

Lead the maintenance and repair of golf course maintenance equipment and fleet.

Supervise all team members assigned to perform golf course and general grounds maintenance, overseeing scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish the work.

Assist in the planning, organising and direction of the maintenance and construction of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs and bunkers.

Follow sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.

Reconcile and provide timely coding of all invoices, payroll and other required documents.

Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding and training of department staff who will directly report to the Superintendent; develop ongoing training programs.

Monitor business volume forecast and plan accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.

Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.

Keep accurate and complete records on payroll, inventory, weather data, maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, etc.

Communicate regularly with other members of the leadership group to discuss activities, goals, plans and customer input.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of related experience with general golf course maintenance; experience as a Superintendent is preferred.

Current Massachusetts pesticide license or ability to obtain one upon hire.

Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures in golf course maintenance/turf maintenance.

Knowledge of agronomy and turfgrass management practices.

Knowledge of the use of turf and landscaping equipment including tractors, mowers, aerifiers, electric motors, etc.

High degree of administrative and executive ability, especially in problem solving and decision making.

Proficiency in computer use, knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applications.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge of current federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations (including, but not limited to, employment, safety and environmental standards, laws and regulations).

The starting base salary range for this position is $120,000–145,000 annually. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job‑related skills, experience and relevant education or training. Base salary is one component of the total compensation package, as this role is eligible for participation in the company growth bonus program and a robust benefit package.

Tree House Brewing is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We welcome all applicants who believe they meet the minimum requirements of available positions, with or without reasonable accommodation, to apply.

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