Elijah Smith
Castle Pines ,CO
Summary
A highly motivated turf professional since sixteen years old, who has dedicated himself to understanding what good golf course conditions are, how to maintain them, and how to make them better each year. Loves operating in a team system and thrives in high expectation environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Assistant Superintendent
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
Castle Pines, CO
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted in daily operations of golf course maintenance and landscaping.
- Coordinated scheduling of maintenance tasks for efficient workflow.
- Supported the Superintendent in training new staff on equipment use.
- Monitored turf health and reported issues to management promptly.
- Developed strategies for controlling weeds, diseases, pests, insects and other turf related issues.
- Maintained accurate records of chemical applications, fertilization schedules and irrigation systems operation status.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure reliable supply chain operations.
Assistant in Training/Irrigation Technician
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
Castle Pines, CO
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported team in daily administrative tasks and scheduling activities.
- Maintained an accurate record of Irrigation fixes and needs for a 25 year old irrigation system.
- Trained employees on technical jobs such as mowing, rolling, cutting cups, etc.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations consistently.
- Monitored irrigation systems for efficient operation throughout the season.
- Repaired irrigation systems including sprinklers and pipes when needed.
Groundskeeper
Harmony Golf Club (CSU Golf Practice Facility
Castle Pines, CO
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Regular morning maintenance practices such as cutting cups, mowing fairways, raking newly constructed bunkers, rolling/hand mowing greens, etc.
- Assisted with pressuring up the irrigation system after fall blowout and also assisted with necessary fixes needed after pressuring up.
Groundskeeper
Ptarmigan Country Club
Fort Collins, Colorado
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained landscaping by mowing, trimming, and planting throughout the golf course.
- Assisted in snow removal and salting to ensure safe pathways during winter months.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to ensure proper golf course conditions.
Groundskeeper
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
Castle Pines, CO
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Maintained landscaping by mowing, trimming, edging, fertilizing required areas.
- Kept walkways, parking lots, and outdoor facilities safe and presentable for members.
- Landscape installations including new concrete, and retaining walls.
Education
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Agronomy
GCSAA
01-2025
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Business
GCSAA
01-2025
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Environmental Stewardship
GCSAA
01-2025
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Leadership And Communications
GCSAA
01-2025
Associate of Science - Horticulture (Not Completed)
Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, COSkills
- Irrigation systems
- Chemical application
- Operational monitoring
- Teamwork
- High self motivation and expectation
- Collaborative approach to working
- Heavy equipment operation
Certification
- Colorado Department of Agriculture Pesticide License (Certified Operator)
- GCSAA Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series (Completed 2025)
References
- Nick Eberhardt, Superintendent, The Ridge at Castle Pines North, Manager/Mentor, nick.eberhardt@troon.com, 309-714-0364
- Jay Daniel, Territory Manager, Colorado Pump and Supply, Mentor/Industry Peer, jasonpdaniel@gmail.com, 303-884-5295
Affiliations
- 2024 BMW Championship Volunteer
Timeline
2nd Assistant Superintendent
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
12.2022 - Current
Assistant in Training/Irrigation Technician
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
05.2022 - 11.2022
Groundskeeper
Harmony Golf Club (CSU Golf Practice Facility
02.2022 - 05.2022
Groundskeeper
Ptarmigan Country Club
03.2021 - 11.2021
Groundskeeper
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
04.2017 - 08.2020
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Agronomy
GCSAA
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Business
GCSAA
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Environmental Stewardship
GCSAA
Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series - Leadership And Communications
GCSAA
Associate of Science - Horticulture (Not Completed)
Front Range Community College