About the role
Pay: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour
Description Job Summary Branson Hills Golf Club is seeking a motivated Golf Course Assistant in Training (AIT) to join our year-round maintenance team. This developmental position is designed for an individual interested in advancing within the golf course maintenance profession. The AIT will have responsibilities similar to the other supervisory roles while gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of golf course maintenance, operations, and leadership.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Spray & Chemical Application
Apply fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides in accordance with label instructions, safety standards, and agronomic programs
Safely mix, handle, store, and apply chemicals
Calibrate, operate, clean, and maintain spray equipment
Maintain accurate chemical application and inventory records
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal pesticide regulations
Golf Course Maintenance & Operations
Perform daily maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, and edging greens, tees, fairways, and rough
Rake and maintain bunkers and native areas
Assist with daily course setup, including cup cutting, tee marker placement, and signage
Monitor irrigation systems, hand water turf, and assist with repairs
Participate in major maintenance projects such as aerification, topdressing, verticutting, and renovations
Safely operate and maintain a variety of golf course maintenance equipment
Training & Leadership Development
Work alongside the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent to learn course management practices
Assist with crew oversight and task delegation as appropriate
Learn scheduling, planning, and problem-solving related to turf conditions and playability
Develop leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Golf course maintenance or turfgrass experience preferred
Turfgrass management education or coursework is a plus
Missouri pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe
Valid driver’s license
Strong work ethic, reliability, and desire to advance within the golf industry
Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
Ability to safely wear PPE during chemical applications