David Bailey
Leominster,Massachusetts
Summary
Experienced Senior Assistant Superintendent with 6+ years of progressive golf course management experience at high-end private clubs. Skilled in agronomic program execution, irrigation system oversight, crew leadership, and project management. Adept at crew scheduling, labor allocation, and budget oversight to ensure operational efficiency while maintaining tournament-quality playing conditions. Strong communicator focused on planning, resource management, and continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Assistant Superintendent
The Haven Country Club
01.2024 - Current
- Lead daily maintenance operations and assign staff tasks to meet high private-club standards.
- Oversee chemical and fertilizer calibration and applications; manage course moisture levels.
- Troubleshoot and repair irrigation components including heads, valves, and lateral lines.
- Train staff in equipment operation, safety procedures, and turf maintenance best practices.
- Develop crew schedules, assign daily and weekly tasks, and manage labor allocation for seasonal and full-time staff.
- Assist in budget management for maintenance operations, including materials, chemical programs, and equipment upkeep.
- Execute on-course projects including drainage installation, tree removal, and winter improvements.
- Collaborate with the Superintendent on weekly planning, resource needs, and course conditioning strategies.
2nd Assistant Superintendent
The Haven Country Club
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in daily course setup, hand watering, moisture management, and fertilizer/chemical applications.
- Troubleshoot and repair irrigation components including heads, valves, and lateral lines.
- Trained staff on mowing procedures, equipment use, and course presentation standards.
- Contributed to drainage repair projects, tree removal, and off-season course improvements.
Golf Course Maintenance – Full-Time Staff
Weston Golf Club
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Performed mowing on greens, approaches, fairways, and rough to maintain daily playing conditions.
- Executed course setup and moisture management including hand watering.
- Assisted with fertilizer applications, bunker work, and cultural practices.
Golf Course Maintenance – Seasonal Staff
Nashawtuc Country Club
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Conducted mowing, line trimming, hand watering, and routine course setup.
- Supported fertilizer applications, irrigation needs, and general maintenance tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Recreation Management
Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, NH05-2010
Skills
- Turf & Agronomic Planning
- Irrigation Diagnostics & Repair
- Chemical/Fertilizer Programs
- Crew Scheduling & Labor Management
- Budgeting & Resource Allocation
- Course Setup
- Drainage & Project Work
- Moisture Management
- Equipment Operation
- Environmental & Safety Compliance
- Winter Operations
Certification
- Licensed Pesticide Applicator – March 2019 License Number: AL-0050051
- Green School Certificate – December 2020
- Winter School Certificate – March 2022
- Hoisting Engineer License – July 2023 License Number: HE-212281
- Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series – January 2024
- Green Start Academy – December 2024
Timeline
Senior Assistant Superintendent
The Haven Country Club
01.2024 - Current
2nd Assistant Superintendent
The Haven Country Club
03.2021 - 12.2023
Golf Course Maintenance – Full-Time Staff
Weston Golf Club
09.2019 - 12.2020
Golf Course Maintenance – Seasonal Staff
Nashawtuc Country Club
04.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Recreation Management
Franklin Pierce University