James Smedley
Flushing,MI
Summary
Groundskeeper with over 13 years of experience in supervising and maintaining golf courses. Recognized for performance and success in the industry. Strength in leadership and work ethic developed from service in USMC.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent Grounds
Flint Golf Club
2022.04 - Current
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Boosted staff morale and performance through effective leadership and professional development opportunities.
- Assessed soil and landscape conditions, selecting appropriate plants, trees and shrubs for projects.
- Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.
- Supervised landscaping teams, prioritizing tasks and giving feedback for quality control.
- Managed pest control efforts for a healthier playing surface, ensuring timely application of pesticides and fungicides.
- Monitored budget expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility while maintaining high-quality playing surfaces throughout the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of the golf course to identify areas requiring improvement or repair.
- Coordinated successful golf tournaments by collaborating with event organizers on logistics and preparing the course accordingly.
- Increased member satisfaction with consistent communication regarding golf course conditions, plans, and improvements.
- Maintained safe working conditions by enforcing safety protocols among staff members during daily operations.
- Fostered a team-oriented work environment that promoted open communication, high morale, and continuous professional development among staff members.
- Oversaw safe handling of all hazardous materials used in grounds maintenance.
- Recruited and trained solid team of grounds keepers, landscapers and golf specialists to manage all golf course needs.
- Possess MDARD Commercial Pesticide Applicator License since 2010.
Owner
Big Dog Boxing Club
2005.02 - Current
- Train amateur and professional boxing athletes.
- Mentor athletes to apply life skills while learning sport.
- Manage volunteers and staff in organizing events raising funds for our free programs operation cost.
Superintendent Grounds
Black River Country Club
2015.03 - 2022.03
- Adapt daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and course needs to maintain excellent customer satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
- Monitor weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.
- Work with owner in operation and budget cost.
- Troubleshoot and make repairs to equipment.
- Maintain detailed inventories of chemicals and equipment.
- Maintain environmental health of the turfgrass and landscaped ground and am familiar with proper use of fertilizer and soil conditioner.
- Oversee the care and maintenance of the golf course features, turf, vegetation, and wetlands on course.
- Manage water usage and irrigation systems.
- Hire, Train and supervise grounds staff with excellent employee retention.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Increased staff efficiency by implementing effective scheduling and task delegation methods, boosting overall productivity.
Assistant Superintendent Grounds
St. Clair Golf Course
2011.03 - 2015.02
- Assist Superintendent in maintenance of golf course including turf, irrigation and chemical application.
- Maintain operation, maintenance and repair of equipment.
- Manage daily operations in absence of Superintendent.
- Abide by local, state and federal laws.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of golf course renovation projects, resulting in improved playability and guest satisfaction.
- Implemented strategic drainage solutions to reduce standing water on fairways and greens after heavy rain events.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Enhanced course aesthetics with timely and precise mowing, edging, and trimming practices.
- Contributed valuable input during committee meetings, helping shape future plans for the golf facility''s ongoing success.
Education
Certificate - Turf Management
Jones Onslow Community College
Jacksonville, NC04.1998
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Leader
- Customer Friendly
- Management of finances
- Find solutions to difficulty
- Great communication
Timeline
Superintendent Grounds
Flint Golf Club
2022.04 - Current
Superintendent Grounds
Black River Country Club
2015.03 - 2022.03
Assistant Superintendent Grounds
St. Clair Golf Course
2011.03 - 2015.02
Owner
Big Dog Boxing Club
2005.02 - Current
Certificate - Turf Management
Jones Onslow Community College
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