Bryan Kirby
Cedar Hill,TN
Summary
Knowledgeable Golf Course Superintendent with solid background in managing golf course operations and ensuring optimal playing conditions. Successfully implemented turf maintenance programs and overseen staff training. Demonstrated expertise in landscape management and irrigation systems.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Golf Course Superintendent
Hopkinsville Golf And Country Club
06.2022 - Current
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Managed purchasing of supplies such as chemicals and seed.
- Oversaw safe handling of all hazardous materials used in grounds maintenance.
- Troubleshot and repaired issues with equipment.
- Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
- Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
- Directed special projects such, tree removal and help consult with a complete bunker renovation to Better Billy Bunker.
- Communicated with the Board of Directors to provide price quotes, discuss needs and budgeting.
Sales Representative
Advantage Supply (owner)
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
Golf Course Superintendent
City Of Clarksville (Mason Rudolph)
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Managed purchasing of supplies such as chemicals and seed.
- Oversaw safe handling of all hazardous materials used in grounds maintenance.
- Troubleshot and repaired issues with equipment and irrigation.
- Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
- Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
- Enforced safety protocols for projects to minimize equipment accidents and personnel injuries.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Hermitage Golf Course
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
- Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
- Instructed team members in groundskeeping practices, lawn cultivation, pruning and grounds design.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
- Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.
- Trained personnel on irrigation, pest control and planting techniques.
- Enforced safety protocols for projects to minimize equipment accidents and personnel injury.
- Managed bent grass and hybrid bermuda grass in the transition zone.
Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Old Hickory Country Club
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
- Work closely with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent
- Made all Chemical and fertilization applications
- Assisted in delegating tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
Intern/AIT
Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club
05.2011 - 11.2014
- Responsible for mowing greens, fairways, tees, and approaches.
- Spot spraying for weeds around the golf course and club house.
- Fertilizing greens
- Spraying fairways and roughs
- Check bent grass greens in the summer.
Education
Associate of Science - Golf Course And Turfgrass Management
Western Kentucky University
12.2013
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Ground Instruction
- Handling Chemicals
- Insecticides Application
- Chemical Applications
- Course Management
- Tree Removal
- Basic Mechanics
- Practice Green Maintenance
- Managing Plant Diseases
- Controlling Costs
- Managing Projects
- Training Team Members
- Member Satisfaction
REFERENCES
Mr. Dan Johnson
Golf Course Superintendent
Old Hickory Country Club
1904 Hadley Avenue, Old Hickory, TN 37138
(337)263-6219
Mr. Bob Schultz
Golf Course Superintendent
The Hermitage Golf Course
3939 Old Hickory Blvd, Hermitage, TN 37138
(615)812-8474
Mr. Brad Damron
Deputy Director (Retired)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation, Golf Division
581 Dunbar Cave Rd, Clarksville, TN 37043
(931)278-5738
Mr. Sam Womack
Sales Representative
Regal Chemical Co
600 Branch Dr. Alpharetta, Georgia
(404)374-1206
Timeline
Golf Course Superintendent
Hopkinsville Golf And Country Club
06.2022 - Current
Sales Representative
Advantage Supply (owner)
05.2021 - 03.2022
Golf Course Superintendent
City Of Clarksville (Mason Rudolph)
03.2018 - 01.2021
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Hermitage Golf Course
02.2016 - 03.2018
Second Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Old Hickory Country Club
11.2014 - 02.2016
Intern/AIT
Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club
05.2011 - 11.2014
Associate of Science - Golf Course And Turfgrass Management
Western Kentucky University
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