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Matthew Robinson

36920 Valleyview Dr. Eastlake,OH

Summary

Resourceful 1st Assistant Superintendent with background in construction management, project execution and team leadership. Known for ability to ensure compliance with safety protocols while adhering to tight schedules. Successful track record of overseeing daily operations, coordinating work activities, and managing sub-contractors. Proven skills in improving operational efficiency and impacting bottom-line profitability by leveraging knowledge in budget development and cost control.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

First Assistant Superintendent

The Kirtland Country Club
Willoughby, OH
05.2019 - Current
  • Responsible for the management of an 18-hole golf course, 4-hole executive course, 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, and daily maintenance of clubhouse grounds.
  • Assisting in the hiring, training, and discipline in the Grounds department, which annually employs up to 35 individuals.
  • Schedule and participate in various consultations by the USGA and Brookside Laboratories soil testing services to ensure the proper blueprint for our agronomic programs.
  • Enforce comprehensive safety programs for employees, members, and guests regarding pesticide usage and compliance.
  • Keep detailed records of daily tasks, practices, and programs.
  • Increase staff morale by using hands-on management styles and positive communication to create a culture.
  • Responsible for working with vendors to help order and maintain product inventory.
  • Coordinate and implement chemical programs that are consistent with championship conditions.
  • Perform all duties of the superintendent in his absence.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Golf Course Groundskeeper

Lost Nation Municipal Golf Course
Willoughby, OH
05.2016 - 11.2018
  • Performed daily maintenance of golf course grounds, including mowing, weeding, watering and fertilizing.
  • Repaired irrigation systems and monitored water usage to ensure efficient use of resources.
  • Installed new turf using manual labor or machinery.
  • Assisted in the construction of new features such as bunkers and tee boxes.
  • Operated equipment such as tractors, mowers and utility vehicles to perform various tasks on the golf course grounds.
  • Inspected golf course for damage from pests or disease and treated accordingly.
  • Engaged with customers who had questions about rules or etiquette while playing a round at the facility.
  • Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues arising during shifts related to maintenance or operations.
  • Kept appearance of turf neat and professional with daily mowing, trimming and maintenance.
  • Set up courses each day by changing cups, putting out flags and emptying trash.
  • Managed nearby features such as bunkers with raking and regular care.

Education

Turf Management

The Ohio State Agricultural Technical Institute
Wooster, OH

Skills

  • Drainage systems
  • Turf Maintenance
  • Team player
  • Pesticide Applications
  • Attention to detail
  • Water management techniques
  • Staff management
  • Obtaining daily tournament conditions
  • Diagnosing irrigation problems (Rain Bird, Toro)
  • Construction of small projects (tees, bunkers, irrigation)

Timeline

First Assistant Superintendent

The Kirtland Country Club
05.2019 - Current

Golf Course Groundskeeper

Lost Nation Municipal Golf Course
05.2016 - 11.2018

Turf Management

The Ohio State Agricultural Technical Institute
Matthew Robinson