Craig Skaggs
Adairsville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Superintendent with progressive experience at The Club at Bradshaw Farm, a 27-hole course averaging 90k rounds per year, excelling in turfgrass management and project oversight. Proven ability to enhance course playability through strategic planning and effective staff supervision. Skilled in chemical application and irrigation management, consistently delivering exceptional results in course conditions and team performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
Woodstock, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Managed a staff of groundskeepers responsible for mowing, watering, aerifying, topdressing, overseeding, and fertilizing the golf course.
- Maintained records of chemical applications, weather data, and other pertinent information related to course operations.
- Assessed existing course conditions, and developed strategies to improve playability.
- Developed long-term plans for improving the overall condition of the golf course, including drainage improvements, bunker restorations, and turf renovation projects.
- Coordinated with outside contractors for major projects, such as bunker renovations, and tree removal and plantings.
- Sourced materials from various places to cut costs, and expedite completion.
- Purchased and tracked supplies such as chemicals, parts, supplies, and tools.
Assistant Superintendent
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
Woodstock, GA
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Organized and implemented daily golf course maintenance operations.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as, spraying, aerifying and topdressing greens.
- Repaired irrigation systems including sprinklers and pipes.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Supervised staff of 15 individuals to ensure quality golf course conditions.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Assisted in developing long-term plans for maintaining optimal playing conditions year round.
Foreman
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
Woodstock, GA
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Knowledge on calibrating Toro Multipro sprayers along with mixing, and spraying chemical applications to greens, tees, fairways, and rough.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
Golf Course Groundskeeper
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
Woodstock, GA
04.2016 - 05.2019
- Operated various equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and blowers, to maintain the appearance of fairways, tees, greens, and roughs.
- Set up courses each day by changing cups, putting out flags, and emptying trash.
- Collaborated with the grounds crew to repair divots, fill sand traps, and maintain the overall cleanliness of the course.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches and trees using hand and power tools.
- Installed sod using machinery and manual labor.
Pest Control Technician
Visa Pest Control
Calhoun, GA
03.2009 - 10.2016
- Performed inspections of customer premises to assess pest infestations and determine appropriate treatments.
- Conducted interior and exterior applications of insecticides, rodenticides, and other products using hand or power sprayers, dusters, and foggers.
- Educated customers on proper sanitation practices to help prevent future infestations of pests.
- Performed follow-up visits to ensure that treatments were successful in eliminating pest problems.
- Maintained records of all services performed, including the type of service provided, the location treated, and the chemical used.
Shipping and Receiving Manager
McKee Foods
Collegedale, TN
02.2000 - 02.2009
- Managed the receiving and shipping of all incoming and outgoing orders, ensuring accuracy in product quantity, quality and condition.
- Resolved any issues or disputes related to shipments promptly and professionally.
- Updated relevant databases with information concerning orders received or shipped out each day.
- Organized storage areas within the warehouse for easy access to products when needed.
Skills
- Turfgrass management
- Toro Lynx (irrigation management/repair)
- Chemical application
- Project management
- Staff supervision
Certification
- Current Category 24 Pesticide Applicators License
References
John Shamblin
Regal Chemical/Ex-Superintendent
(770)633-5884
Chris Purvis
Superintendent at Canton Golf Club
(770)780-5845
Brady Hester
Superintendent at Roswell Country Club
(770)861-8948
Timeline
Superintendent
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Superintendent
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
07.2020 - 07.2022
Foreman
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
05.2019 - 06.2020
Golf Course Groundskeeper
The Club at Bradshaw Farm
04.2016 - 05.2019
Pest Control Technician
Visa Pest Control
03.2009 - 10.2016
Shipping and Receiving Manager
McKee Foods
02.2000 - 02.2009
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