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Charles Statom Willis

West Palm Beach

Summary

Professional in golf course management, equipped to elevate course maintenance and operations. Proven track record in turf management, irrigation systems, and landscape design. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven with expertise in optimizing course conditions and enhancing player experience.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Golf Course Superintendent

Wycliffe County Club
12.2023 - Current
  • Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing on products necessary for optimal golf course maintenance.
  • Supervised renovation projects to improve golf course aesthetics and playability, including bunker renovations and tee box leveling.
  • Implemented environmentally friendly practices such as native plant restoration, resulting in reduced chemical use and enhanced wildlife habitat.

Golf Course Superintendent

John Prince Park Golf Learning Center
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Enhanced turfgrass quality by implementing effective maintenance practices and utilizing innovative technologies.
  • Self- motivated and have the ability to lead and motivate staff
  • Make applications of pesticides, fertilizers, and seed, including the proper documentation of all applications, and the safe handling and storage of all pesticides and fertilizers
  • Diagnose and take corrective action
  • Developed comprehensive fertility programs, resulting in greener and more resilient turfgrass.
  • Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Okeeheelee Golf Course
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Collaborated with the Golf Course Superintendent to develop long-term improvement plans for the facility.
  • Supervise the operation, maintenance and repair of all equipment
  • Procuring and managing supplies and materials that support maintenance activities
  • Enhanced course aesthetics with timely and precise mowing, edging, and trimming practices.


  • Supervised daily operations of maintenance staff, ensuring high-quality workmanship and efficient task completion.
  • Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Hunters Run Country Club
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Collaborated with the Golf Course Superintendent to develop long-term improvement plans for the facility.
  • Increased staff efficiency by implementing effective scheduling and task delegation methods, boosting overall productivity.
  • Enhanced course aesthetics with timely and precise mowing, edging, and trimming practices.
  • Troubleshot and repaired issues with equipment.
  • Procuring and managing supplies and materials that support maintenance activities
  • Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.

Spray Technician/Assistant In Training

Wanderers Golf Club
05.2019 - 09.2020
  • Optimized pesticide usage by accurately calibrating equipment, reducing waste and environmental impact.
  • Cleaned and prepared equipment necessary for projects.
  • Monitored quality control and trends to report to job site supervisor.
  • Delivered informative presentations during meetings to educate colleagues about latest advancements in spray technologies.

Intern/Spray Tech

Quail Ridge Country Club
12.2018 - 05.2019
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Handled proper upkeep with course equipment
  • Performed safe mechanical operation and calibration of application equipment
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Greenskeeper

The Broadmoor Hotel
04.2017 - 12.2018


  • Enhanced course conditions by implementing effective maintenance practices and timely turf management.
  • Increased golfer satisfaction with diligent attention to detail in maintaining greens, tees, and fairways.
  • Reduced water usage by optimizing irrigation system for efficient watering schedules and monitoring weather patterns.
  • Optimized equipment lifespan by establishing routine maintenance and repair schedules.
  • Knowledgeable in reel grinding

Education

Marine Engine Technology

North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA
09.2016

Turfgrass & Golf Course Management

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GA
09.2013

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Calibration
  • Equipment Repair
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Maintenance planning
  • Leading teams
  • Soil fertility management
  • Landscaping design
  • Troubleshooting equipment
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Irrigation systems

Timeline

Golf Course Superintendent

Wycliffe County Club
12.2023 - Current

Golf Course Superintendent

John Prince Park Golf Learning Center
03.2022 - 11.2023

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Okeeheelee Golf Course
03.2021 - 03.2022

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Hunters Run Country Club
09.2020 - 03.2021

Spray Technician/Assistant In Training

Wanderers Golf Club
05.2019 - 09.2020

Intern/Spray Tech

Quail Ridge Country Club
12.2018 - 05.2019

Greenskeeper

The Broadmoor Hotel
04.2017 - 12.2018

Marine Engine Technology

North Georgia Technical College

Turfgrass & Golf Course Management

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

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