Job Type: Full-Time
Location: The Pepper Pike Club
Job Status: Sourcing
State: OH
Description:
About The Pepper Pike Club
Qualifications: .Founded in 1924, The Pepper Pike Club is a prestigious, private, member-owned golf club in Northeast Ohio. Established by a group of visionaries who believed in creating a club dedicated solely to the game of golf, Pepper Pike remains true to that founding principle more than 100 years later. As original founder Alva M. Bradley stated, "Pepper is a place to play golf, and only golf - a place to devote our complete energies and interests to playing this wonderful game." The Club features a William Flynn designed golf course that blends classic architecture with modern conditioning and is widely regarded as one of the finest golf experiences in the Midwest with 7,000 rounds played annually. With a small, close-knit membership and deep ties to the Greater Cleveland philanthropic community, the Pepper Pike Club emphasizes professionalism, stewardship, collaboration, and long-term excellence.
Position Summary
The Pepper Pike Club is seeking a motivated and highly detail-oriented Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support daily golf course maintenance operations while playing an active role in long-term agronomic planning and capital improvement initiatives. This position offers a clear path for career advancement and is ideal for an ambitious turf professional seeking growth toward a Head Golf Course Superintendent role. The Assistant Superintendent will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent and will assume responsibility for golf course operations in the Superintendent's absence. The Assistant Superintendent should have a positive attitude and strong work ethic, driven, self-motivated, career-oriented, who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment, and who can adapt to an evolving culture.
Key Responsibilities
Career Advancement & Professional Development
- Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising daily golf course maintenance operations.
- Implement and execute agronomic programs including turf health, fertilization, irrigation, and integrated pest management.
- Supervise, train, and develop maintenance staff; assist with scheduling and leadership responsibilities, maintaining accountability as and when required.
- Assist with operation, troubleshooting, and repair of the irrigation system.
- Monitor course conditions and recommend improvements to playability and aesthetics.
- Direct golf course operations in co-ordination with the other Assistant Superintendents in the absence of the Golf Course Superintendent.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and club policies.
- Participate in budgeting, inventory control, and recordkeeping.
This position is intentionally designed to prepare the successful candidate for advancement within the golf course management profession. Opportunities include:
Upcoming Projects & 3-Year Outlook
- Direct mentorship from the Golf Course Superintendent.
- Progressive leadership and decision-making responsibilities.
- Exposure to budget planning, capital project management, and member communication.
- Support for continuing education, certifications, and professional association involvement.
The Pepper Pike Club is committed to reinvesting in the golf course, with several significant projects planned over the next three years, including:
The Assistant Superintendent will play an active role in planning and implementation.
- Installation of a new, state-of-the-art Rain Bird irrigation system in 2027, with direct involvement in planning, coordination, and implementation.
- Course infrastructure and drainage improvements.
- Turfgrass and agronomic enhancements focused on long-term sustainability.
- Ongoing equipment and maintenance facility upgrades.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employee matching
- Paid time off and holidays
- Golf privileges
- Uniforms
- Meals while on duty
- Professional development support; and approved tournament volunteer opportunities at PGA TOUR, USGA, and elite amateur events.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Management or related field preferred.
- 2-4 years of golf course maintenance experience, supervisory experience a plus.
- Strong understanding of turfgrass agronomic and management practices and irrigation systems.
- Ohio pesticide license or ability to obtain one in a specific timeframe.
- Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to operate heavy machinery.
- Valid Driver's License.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:
Start Date: Feb-Mar, 2026Gavin Johnson
Golf Course Superintendent
Education Level: University
Company Name: The Pepper Pike Club
Company Address: 2800 SOM Center Rd
City: Pepper Pike
Zip Code: 44124
Website:
Contact Name: Gavin Johnson
Contact Email: gjohnson@pepperpikeclub.com
Contact Phone Number: 4402793666
