Kale Zimmerman
Queen Creek,AZ
Summary
Dynamic golf course superintendent with extensive experience in cultivating exceptional playing conditions and enhancing the overall player experience. Expertise in team collaboration, strategic planning, and resource management drives optimal results. Proven ability to adapt to evolving circumstances while ensuring smooth operations across all facets of course management. Recognized for strong leadership skills, deep agronomic knowledge, and a proactive approach to effectively addressing challenges.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Golf Course Superintendent
Sunland Springs Golf Club
01.2023 - Current
- Executed comprehensive renovation of irrigation systems for nine greens, optimizing water management while adhering to budgetary and time parameters.
- Managed full-scale renovation of practice facility to enhance training capabilities by doubling range tee and putting green size and installing advanced irrigation.
- Supervised hiring and training initiatives for maintenance team to ensure high performance standards.
- Engaged with various departments to optimize and elevate overall member and guest satisfaction.
- Evaluated completed work to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Oversaw purchasing operations and monitored budget expenditures.
- Supervised crew of 11.
- Implemented and upheld procedures and work standards to prioritize safety and enhance performance.
Golf Course Superintendent
Cottonwood Country Club
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed recruitment and onboarding of maintenance personnel to enhance operational efficiency.
- Oversaw purchasing and monitoring of essential supplies to ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of completed projects to ensure adherence to quality benchmarks.
- Supervised crew of 16.
- Managed daily performance evaluations to enhance project outcomes and led significant landscaping initiatives.
- Established and maintained rigorous safety standards and procedures to protect personnel and assets.
Irrigation Technician
Camelback Golf Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Programmed daily watering using Toro Lynx Central Control.
- Managed irrigation of 120 acres of native areas.
- Maintained detailed parts inventory.
- Operated and maintained irrigation systems to ensure optimal water distribution across golf course.
- Diagnosed and repaired irrigation malfunctions, enhancing system reliability and performance.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Governors Club
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Contributed to strategic budget planning and implementation of early order initiatives to optimize resource allocation.
- Implemented effective drainage solutions in critical locations to mitigate flooding risks.
- Oversaw construction project management from initiation to completion.
- Directed installation processes for Better Billy Bunkers to improve site functionality.
- Supervised crew of 17.
- Developed and maintained application schedules for fertilizers and plant protection measures to optimize plant growth.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Executed comprehensive renovation of fairway and irrigation, integrating new tree installations and strategic bunker enhancements.
- Diagnosed and rectified wiring issues following renovation completion.
- Diagnosed and resolved irrigation system issues to ensure optimal functionality.
- Supervised crew of 10.
Sales Representative
Turf Masters Lawn Care
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Facilitated customer acquisition through direct sales and cold calling efforts for fertilization and weed-control services.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Richland Country Club
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Oversaw completion of bunker renovation with Better Billy Bunkers to enhance functionality and efficiency within budget.
- Directed construction project management to ensure timely and quality completion.
- Supervised crew of 25.
- Organized and executed fertilizer and plant protection application schedules.
Irrigation Technician
Blackwolf Run Golf Course
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Executed comprehensive course renovation, encompassing reseeding of greens, tees, and fairways.
- Executed bunker renovation to enhance drainage efficiency and improve playability.
- Executed application and calibration of fertilizers and plant protection products.
- Diagnosed and resolved irrigation system issues to ensure optimal functionality.
Education
Certificate - Professional Golf Turf Management School
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ12.2009
Skills
- Team leadership
- Soil fertility management
- Budget management
- Effective communication
- Reliability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Managing projects
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
- Golf Course Superintendents Association of America — Member
- Cactus & Pine GCSA — Member
- Middle Tennessee GCSA — Past Member
- Tennessee Turfgrass Association — Past Member
Tournaments
- 2007 U.S. Senior Open (Whistling Straits)
- 2010 PGA Championship (Whistling Straits)
- Hosted Wisconsin State Open — 2007, 2009, 2011 (Blackwolf Run)
- Hosted 2012 U.S. Women’s Open (Blackwolf Run)
- Hosted 2014 AJGA Rolex Tournament of Champions (Richland Country Club)
Timeline
Golf Course Superintendent
Sunland Springs Golf Club
01.2023 - Current
Golf Course Superintendent
Cottonwood Country Club
01.2020 - 01.2023
Irrigation Technician
Camelback Golf Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Governors Club
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club
01.2017 - 01.2017
Sales Representative
Turf Masters Lawn Care
01.2016 - 01.2016
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Richland Country Club
01.2012 - 01.2015
Irrigation Technician
Blackwolf Run Golf Course
01.2007 - 01.2012
Certificate - Professional Golf Turf Management School
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey