Pretty Lake Golf Club
10055 Pretty Lake Trail
Plymouth, IN 46563
Grounds Superintendent Position
Position Summary:
Pretty Lake Golf Club, one of Northern Indianan’s top golfing destinations, sits on 130 acres on the shore
of picturesque Pretty Lake in scenic Plymouth, Indiana.
The high-quality golf course features 18 holes spread across wetlands, wooded areas, and Pretty Lake.
The course is abundant with beautifully sculpted tee boxes and fairways, while the sand bunkers and
rough prove to be both challenging and fair.
Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to maintain, manage and improve the semi-private golf course grounds.
The Superintendent oversees the outside team and is responsible for the turf grass/plant material
maintenance programs, property/asset management, personnel management, budget/forecasting,
scheduling/maintenance of irrigation systems, pesticide applications, related recording, and compliance of
regulatory issues.
Duties:
Turfgrass management: maintaining plant materials and turfgrass.
Monitor and manage ordering and administration of golf course chemicals, always keeping
appropriate levels of chemicals.
Oversees, direct and assist staff on the planting of new vegetations, the replacement, spraying,
pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs, the preparation of soil plant beds for aesthetically
pleasing arrangements and tending to high stress areas on the facility grounds.
Provide a detailed annual plan for the course including rotation of high traffic areas and facility
upgrades.
Manage water use and irrigation systems and provide monthly reporting on retaining ponds,
wells, and other water source usage.
Possess the ability to expand, repair and maintain irrigation systems.
Strong, independent mechanical abilities including grinding reels to ensure that all course
equipment is regularly maintained according to a schedule and budget.
Motivated leader with the ability to delegate, educate, supervise and manage maintenance staff.
Oversee outside staff to ensure proper and safe operation and maintenance of mechanical and
power equipment.
Supervise and participate in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and
pesticides) on the grounds in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Supervise daily maintenance expenses.
Assist in developing annual operating budget and plans for maintenance and capital improvement
projects.
Maintain records and complete required reporting.
Schedule maintenance practices around leagues and peak times to maximize efficiency and
minimize disruption to golfers.
Coordinate snow removal and winter maintenance activities when necessary.
Ensure the facility follows government guidelines and safety regulations.
Administer and enforce all rules, regulations, and policies for staff.
Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees to ensure that staff are working
within club safety, state, and federal guidelines for safe working conditions.
Participate in Superintendent Roundtable Meetings.
Educational Requirements:
Two (2) year degree or certificate in turf management (or related field, like agronomy, horticulture, plant
science, soil science) is preferred.
Experience Requirements:
Experience as a Golf Superintendent is preferred.
Special Requirements:
Pesticide Application License.
Salary Range:
$60,000 - $70,000 annual plus bonus option.
Send resume to Eric Morris, President of Board of Directors, via email at EDLJM1983@gmail.com by
January 20, 2025. Or text Eric at 574-910-7791