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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, NJ
11-2005

High School Diploma -

Westfield High School
Westfield, NJ
06-2000

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
Brian Kemps