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Scott Pike

Rocky River,Ohio

Summary

With 25 years of experience as Assistant Superintendent at Westwood Country Club, I have consistently worked to elevate the golf course to the highest standards. My role has involved managing and training hundreds of part-time employees, ensuring their safety and efficiency in all tasks. I have successfully collaborated with golf course architects, construction contractors, and the head superintendent on various projects, including redesigning green and tee surrounds and enhancing drainage and irrigation systems to boost overall efficiency. I am a highly accomplished and detail-oriented golf course management professional with a proven track record in leading projects, developing and mentoring teams, and engaging with members. Whether working independently or as part of a team, I excel in building and maintaining productive relationships at all levels. Known for exceeding expectations and thriving in fast-paced environments, I bring exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to every aspect of my work.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Westwood Country Club
Rocky River, Ohio
01.1999 - Current
  • Assist in the management of a $900,000 plus annual budget
  • Works closely with, advises, and coordinates with the golf superintendent on any issues related to golf course maintenance
  • Supervises and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the Club's grounds in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
  • Supervises and controls all maintenance expenses associated with Golf Course Operations, including payroll, supplies, chemicals and fertilizers
  • Assists in the responsibility for all phases of Golf Maintenance and Agronomic operations, cost control, and personnel
  • Directs and participates in the construction and maintenance of the golf course grounds, clubhouse grounds, trees, roads, budgeting and purchasing
  • Coordinates snow removal and winter maintenance activities when necessary
  • Formulate equipment replacement programs and agronomic programs in partnership with superintendent
  • Attend Green Committee meetings to develop long range plans with club membership
  • Oversees and assists in major course improvement/enhancement projects
  • Assist in the implementation and design of a new Toro-Osmac irrigation system
  • Install extensive drainage throughout grounds
  • Supervise and manage 11 full-time and 25-30 part-time employees
  • Educates, recruits, supervises and retains maintenance staff
  • Assists in employee performance evaluations and exercises disciplinary action
  • Assist in developing extensive equipment maintenance program
  • Manage the scheduling and assignment of employees to accomplish tasks in an efficient manner
  • Prepare course for Senior Amateur Qualifier.

Interim Golf Course Superintendent

Acacia Country Club
Lyndhurst, Ohio
09.1998 - 02.1999
  • Responsible for golf course, clubhouse grounds, trees, platform tennis courts, and Omni tennis courts, roads (snow removal), budgeting and purchasing
  • Built tees, turf nurseries and cart paths
  • Renovated/rebuilt bunkers and install extensive drainage
  • Landscaped areas throughout the course and grounds
  • Formulated equipment replacement programs and agronomic programs in partnership with superintendent
  • Supervised 6 full-time and 15-20 part-time crew members
  • Experienced in Toro’s Osmac irrigation systems and repairs
  • Involved in the demolition and construction of maintenance facility.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Agronomy / Minor in Turf Grass Management and Plant Pathology -

The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
03.1995

Skills

  • Knowledge of management and maintenance of greens, fairways and roughs
  • Knowledge of use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf course construction and maintenance work
  • Skill in recruiting, supervising, training, monitoring, evaluating and motivating personnel
  • Interpersonal skills to resolve conflict and work with supervisors, officials, employees, members and the general public
  • Knowledge of safe use, mixing and application of chemicals and commercial products
  • Knowledge of the game of golf, golf rules and methods of play
  • Ability to anticipate personnel, equipment, and material requirements related to golf course maintenance and repair assignments
  • Ability and knowledge to lay out irrigation patterns, drainage patterns, construct tees and/or greens

Certificationsleadership

  • Attend yearly Local, State and National Turf Conferences
  • Certified Pesticide Applicators License in Ohio (Current)
  • The Ohio State University Turf Club-President 1994
  • Young Leaders Award: Golfdom Magazine Jan. 2000
  • Assistant Superintendent Liaison to the Northern Ohio Golf Course Superintendents Association Board of Directors and Chairman of Government Relations

Associations

  • Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
  • The Northern Ohio Chapter of the Golf Course Superintendents Association
  • The Ohio Turfgrass Foundation
  • United States Golf Association
  • Audubon International (per Westwood Country Club)

Timeline

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Westwood Country Club
01.1999 - Current

Interim Golf Course Superintendent

Acacia Country Club
09.1998 - 02.1999

Bachelor of Science in Agronomy / Minor in Turf Grass Management and Plant Pathology -

The Ohio State University

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