Devon Ward
Golf Course Maintenance / Agronomy
St. George,UT
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Diligent assistant with solid background in golf course maintenance and team supervision. Successfully implemented turf care programs and managed daily course operations to enhance playability and aesthetics. Demonstrated expertise in irrigation management, ensuring optimal course conditions.
Experienced with turfgrass management, irrigation systems, spraying, and course aesthetics. Utilizes knowledge of pest control and fertilization to maintain optimal course conditions. Track record of fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic course needs.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Thanksgiving Point Golf Club
Lehi, Utah
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Removed rocks and other items from lawn for mower safety and clean appearance.
- Mowed grass and put down grass seed to promote growth.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Irrigation Technician
Thanksgiving Point Golf Club
Lehi, UT
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Prioritized and corrected irrigation breaks to quickly restore service.
- Work with Toro irrigation system
- Adjusted sprinkler head direction and angle based on identified wet and dry areas.
- Maintained irrigation systems, recirculators and water features in excellent condition through continuous upkeep.
- Inspected sprinkler heads across grounds and identified maintenance needs.
- Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
Irrigation Technician
Entada At Snow Canyon
Ivins, UT
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Operated complex irrigation systems with computer controls and extensive distribution lines.
- Prioritized and corrected irrigation breaks to quickly restore service.
- Inspected sprinkler heads across grounds and identified maintenance needs.
- Supervised installation work of other technicians to make sure systems were fully operational.
- Worked with Rainbird irrigation systems and operated them with "CirrusPro".
- Became a certified HDPE welder.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Entrada At Snow Canyon
Ivins, UT
02.2024 - Current
- Managed daily turf maintenance operations to ensure optimal playing conditions.
- Oversaw staff training programs to enhance team performance and knowledge of agronomy practices.
- Implemented integrated pest management strategies to maintain plant health and sustainability.
- Conducted soil analysis and water testing to optimize irrigation schedules and resource use.
- Troubleshot and repaired issues with equipment.
- Scheduled staff members for shifts.
- Trained personnel on irrigation and spraying, among all other things greenskeeper related.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lone Peak High School
Highland Utah 08.2011 - 05.2014
Turfgrass Science
Greenskeeper University
Online 01.2023 - Current
GCSAA Certified Assistant Superintendent -
GCSAA
04.2026
Utah Pesticide License -
Utah Tech University
St. George, UT2025
Timeline
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Entrada At Snow Canyon
02.2024 - Current
Irrigation Technician
Entada At Snow Canyon
11.2023 - 02.2024
Turfgrass Science
Greenskeeper University
01.2023 - Current
Irrigation Technician
Thanksgiving Point Golf Club
11.2021 - 11.2023
Equipment Operator
Thanksgiving Point Golf Club
09.2021 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Lone Peak High School
08.2011 - 05.2014
GCSAA Certified Assistant Superintendent -
GCSAA
Utah Pesticide License -
Utah Tech University