JB Barger
Summary
Former Assistant Golf Professional with 16 years of experience in the professional golf industry, primarily during the 1990s and early 2000s, now re-engaging with the game through a renewed passion and strategic focus.
Proven success in both digital and traditional marketing, combined with deep knowledge of player instruction, club fitting, and greenskeeping. Selected for internship at Augusta National in 2000 - immersed in golf course equipment repair and maintenance for three months. Passed the PGA Playing Ability Test, in 2001, then shortly thereafter enlisted in the U.S. Army following 9/11.
Recognized as a results-oriented team contributor with a natural commitment to top-tier guest relations. Known for managing multiple projects simultaneously with precision, accuracy, and focused attention to detail. Readily assuming added responsibilities to support team goals and elevate service standards.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Greenskeeper
James Connally Golf Course
05.1987 - 05.1994
- Mowed greens, tees, fairways and rough.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas
- Assisted with irrigation system planning, initial installation, regular maintenance, and subsequent repairs of pump's and spray head's.
- Overnight watering, by hand, prior to automation of irrigation system.
- Prepared soil beds for sod, seed and vegetative material.
- Handled light custodial operations on golf course grounds and buildings.
- Maintained landscape using handheld equipment.
- Planted flowers, shrubs, trees, landscaping and sod.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Applied pest control substances to eradicate weeds and other pests affecting plant life.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Assistant Golf Professional
James Connally Golf Course
05.1994 - 10.2001
- 2001 Internship at Augusta National GC too include The Master's Tournament
- Assisted Head Pro with making purchases for club pro shop.
- Organized weekly tournaments and events at course with 56,000+ rounds per year.
- Passed PAT and entered the PGM pipeline...currently ready to reapply for PGA Membership.
- Surveyed guests on club amenities, services and weekly scramble tournaments to determine level of satisfaction and recommendations for improvement.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities on driving range, which included training of services staff.
- Provided lessons and instruction to all level's of golfer's, ranging from beginner to Sr. Tour Professional's
Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Warfare Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2001 - 02.2004
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and direct fire weapons.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, deployed to dangerous locations, too include involvement during the Combat phase of the 2003 Invasion of Iraq.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete Combat taskings.
- Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
- Supervised more than $5M in high-value equipment, maintaining zero loss record.
- Handled private, confidential, and Top-Secret information in compliance with Army policies and procedures.
Catastrophe Adjuster
Independent
08.2004 - Current
- Listen attentively to customer needs and exhibited empathy during difficult situations.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to policyholders by communicating important information and patiently listening to issues.
- Investigate and assess damage to property and reviewed property damage estimates.
- Conduct comprehensive interviews of witnesses and claimants to gather facts and information.
- Resolve complex, severe exposure claims using high service oriented file handling.
- Document information gathered in field and uploaded data to company database for efficient processing using XM8.
- Conduct thorough property investigations to identify and classify damages for customer claims.
Education
Experience - Grass Turf Management
Texas State Technical College - Waco
Waco, TX09.2001
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12.1996
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX05.1992
Skills
- Guest Relations
- Customer Service, Assistance, and Satisfaction
- Shop management
- Opening and Closing Procedures
- Attention to Detail
- Team Contribution
- Golf Instruction
- Cart and Course Maintenance
- Tournament Facilitation
- Motivational Leadership
- Professional Development
Timeline
Catastrophe Adjuster
Independent
08.2004 - Current
Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Warfare Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2001 - 02.2004
Assistant Golf Professional
James Connally Golf Course
05.1994 - 10.2001
Assistant Greenskeeper
James Connally Golf Course
05.1987 - 05.1994
Experience - Grass Turf Management
Texas State Technical College - Waco
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
McLennan Community College