Alexander Irizarry
Turf Management
Cypress,TX
Summary
Hardworking Class A Superintendent bringing 25+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and administrative duties. Adept in administering budgets and fostering team development. Excelled in enhancing course maintenance standards and employee training, achieving significant operational efficiencies. Skilled in chemical applications and irrigation oversight, consistently delivering projects under budget with high client and employee satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Agronomy
BlackHorse Golf Club
11.2023 - Current
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened financial health with rigorous cost control measures and revenue enhancement strategies.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Oversee the management and maintenance of 400 acre, 36 hole, semi-private, daily fee golf club
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Developed comprehensive fertility programs, resulting in greener and more resilient turfgrass.
- Coordinated successful golf tournaments by collaborating with event organizers on logistics and preparing the course accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing on products necessary for optimal golf course maintenance.
- Trained new employees in proper equipment usage, maintenance techniques, and safety procedures for seamless integration into the team environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of the golf course to identify areas requiring improvement or repair.
- Reduced water usage and improved irrigation efficiency through regular irrigation audits and continuous water usage management.
- Monitored budget expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility while maintaining high-quality playing surfaces throughout the facility.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Commercial Property Manager
Portland Properties
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of communication with clients.
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases update.
- Translated complex information for clients' understanding
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
Golf Course Superintendent
Pro Turf Intl
11.2016 - 06.2021
- Oversaw safe handling of all hazardous materials used in grounds maintenance.
- Managed purchasing of supplies such as chemicals and seed.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
- Managed 15 day laborers in completing large irrigation project exceeding $2.1 million dollars.
- Troubleshot and repaired issues with equipment
- Communicated with clients to provide price quotes, discuss design needs and schedule work
- Consulted with clients in developing budgets to meet all operational needs.
- Troubleshot and repaired issues with equipment.
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs
- Proactively addressed potential drainage issues by developing an effective drainage plan that ensured optimal course playability during wet weather months.
Golf Course Superintendent
Cordillera Valley Club
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Adhered to OSHA guidelines and standards, including proper handling of hazardous chemicals and pesticides.
- Monitored over 20 workers to complete projects on-time and under budget with both client and employee satisfaction.
- Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Supervised team member performance to meet client deadlines and requirements
- Increased performance of irrigation system water management.
- Performed daily water resource inspections for availability and quality.
Golf Course Superintendent
Lely Resort
01.2011 - 09.2012
- Oversaw all course maintenance operations for Mustang Course.
- Oversaw safe handling of all hazardous materials used in grounds maintenance.
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Supervised team member performance to meet client deadlines and requirements.
- Monitored over 17 workers to complete projects on-time and under budget with both client and employee satisfaction.
- Proactively addressed potential drainage issues by developing an effective drainage plan that ensured optimal course playability during wet weather months.
Maintenance Manager
Tanoan Country Club
02.2008 - 01.2011
- Oversaw safe handling of all hazardous materials used in grounds maintenance.
- Managed purchasing of supplies such as chemicals and seed.
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.
- Adhered to OSHA guidelines and standards, including proper handling of hazardous chemicals and pesticides.
- Monitored over 23 workers to complete projects on-time and under budget with both client and employee satisfaction.
- Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.
Education
Associate of Science - Horticulture
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL05.1993
Skills
- Administering budgets
- Chemical applications
- Course maintenance standards
- Equipment Maintenance and Repairs
- Employee training
- Expertise in cool and warm season grass
- Overseeing irrigation
- Heavy equipment and hand tool knowledge
- Irrigation installation knowledge
- Order Management
- Project Development
Additional Information
- Participated in grow in, Stoneybrook of Sarasota (1995)
- Performed in house greens resurface Lely Resort (2011)
- Oversaw 60 acre landscape / irrigation renovation Coral Mountain (2017)
- Oversaw Mainline valve, irrigation heads and satellite controller renovation Isleta Eagle G.C. (2019)
Timeline
Director of Agronomy
BlackHorse Golf Club
11.2023 - Current
Commercial Property Manager
Portland Properties
09.2021 - 10.2023
Golf Course Superintendent
Pro Turf Intl
11.2016 - 06.2021
Golf Course Superintendent
Cordillera Valley Club
03.2016 - 10.2016
Golf Course Superintendent
Lely Resort
01.2011 - 09.2012
Maintenance Manager
Tanoan Country Club
02.2008 - 01.2011
Associate of Science - Horticulture
Florida Gateway College
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