Brian Kemps
Carrboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Superintendent with a proven track record at Finley Golf Club, excelling in turf management and project planning. Enhanced course aesthetics through innovative irrigation strategies and effective team training, fostering a collaborative environment. Recognized for improving operational efficiency and maintaining optimal playing conditions for golfers.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Superintendent
Finley Golf Club
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2023 - Current
- Managed an aesthetically pleasing landscape year-round with seasonal planting designs tailored to specific areas within the property.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by developing and adhering to strict schedules.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, communication, and professional growth.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained a healthy plant environment with proper fertilization, pruning, and irrigation practices.
- Went through complete course renovation
- Streamlined work processes for increased efficiency, delegating tasks to team members based on their skills and expertise.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by implementing effective grounds maintenance strategies and techniques.
Assistant Superintendent
Greensboro Country Club
Greensboro, NC
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained optimal course conditions for golfers through regular mowing, edging, and trimming of greens, tees, and fairways.
- Supported successful golf tournaments by preparing the course for optimal playing conditions during events.
- Improved overall course aesthetics by reshaping all bunkers back to their original design.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Prepared and applied spray applications to greens, tees, and fairways.
- Course Setup.
Bar Manager
The Whining Pig Desert Ridge
Scottsdale, AZ
02.2017 - 08.2022
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
- Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
- Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
Spray Technician
Sponzilli Landscape Group
Fairfield, NJ
10.2013 - 01.2016
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by diagnosing complex lawn issues and recommending effective treatment plans.
- Provided exceptional customer service with timely responses to inquiries, addressing concerns quickly and professionally.
- Maintained safe working environment through proper storage, transportation, and disposal of chemicals used in treatments.
- Managed inventory effectively by tracking usage patterns and placing orders for supplies as needed to avoid shortages or delays in service delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through clear communication, transparency in service expectations, and follow-up consultations.
- Improved lawn health by accurately applying fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides according to client needs.
Assistant Superintendent
Legend Trail Golf Club
Scottsdale, AZ
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Maintained optimal course conditions for golfers through regular mowing, edging, and trimming of greens, tees, and fairways.
- Completed course wall to wall over seeding of entire property.
Education
Certificate of Agronomy - Agronomy And Crop Science
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ11-2005
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Westfield, NJ06-2000
Skills
- Turf management
- Chemical application
- Training staff
- Heavy machinery operation
- Project planning
- Plant identification
- Irrigation systems
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Turf aeration
Certification
North Carolina Pesticide License
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent
Finley Golf Club
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Superintendent
Greensboro Country Club
09.2022 - 07.2023
Bar Manager
The Whining Pig Desert Ridge
02.2017 - 08.2022
Spray Technician
Sponzilli Landscape Group
10.2013 - 01.2016
Assistant Superintendent
Legend Trail Golf Club
09.2012 - 09.2013
Certificate of Agronomy - Agronomy And Crop Science
Rutgers University
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School