Shaun Irish
Leland,NC
Summary
I am a dedicated, honest, and hardworking individual. I have been involved in the golf course maintenance industry for 30 years now and would like to continue that passion for my future. Throughout my career I have been able to aquire a great amount of experience and knowledge nessesary to create a strong team of employees; through communication and teamwork, to provide a top quality product for members and guests.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Golf Course Superintendent
Pine Valley Country Club
Wilmington, NC
03.2019 - 09.2026
- Managed turf health and maintenance programs to optimize course conditions.
- Supervised staff in daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and best practices.
- Implemented integrated pest management strategies to enhance environmental sustainability of the course.
- Developed and managed annual budgets for grounds maintenance, aligning resources with operational goals.
- Conducted soil testing and analysis to inform fertilization and irrigation practices for optimal growth.
- Evaluated course infrastructure needs, proposing enhancements that improved playability and aesthetic appeal of grounds.
- Managed purchasing of supplies such as chemicals and seed.
- Directed special projects such as winterization, tree removal and flower bed installations.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Coordinated successful golf tournaments by collaborating with event organizers on logistics and preparing the course accordingly.
- Managed pest control efforts for a healthier playing surface, ensuring timely application of pesticides and fungicides.
- Collaborated with greens committee members to determine course improvement priorities and strategize long-term maintenance goals.
Senior Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Secession Golf Club
Beaufort, SC
06.2012 - 03.2019
- Implemented, organized and managed a staff of 25 on a daily basis.
- Advanced to Senior Assistant Superintendent position 2 months after accepting the 2nd Assistant position.
- Acquired an Interim Superintendent Position from May 2013 - August 2013
- Assisted in the cultivation of a no-till greens conversion from Mini-Verde Bermuda grass to Champion Bermuda grass
- In a position of management during a complete irrigation system replacement, pump station replacement and complete Eco Bunker installation
- Gained valuable knowledge of various cultural practices including pesticide management, fertilizer and chemical applications, wall to wall annual overseeding practices and various topdressing methods
- Obtained South Carolina Certified Pesticide Applicator license: C0031297
- GCSA Class C Member/ Carolinas GCSA Class C Member: Continued education since 2012
Lead Spray Technician
Belfair Plantation
Bluffton, SC
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Continued development of managerial skills in a 50+ employment setting
- Thorough understanding of fertilizer and pesticide application/calibration practices
- Water management experience and knowledge of Bentgrass in a warm season climate zone
- Assisted in the renovations made to all bunkers including: reshaping, drainage, new sand and sod work
- Helped to cultivate a complete no-till greens conversion from Bentgrass to Mini-Verde Bermuda grass
- Took part in the preparation and maintenance for the Players Amateur Tournament annually
- Developed maintenance protocol and time management involving Belfair's premier practice facility and driving range
- Significant contribution involving all overseed procedures
- 36 hole private residential community designed by Tom Fazio
- Spray Technician/Assistant in Training
- Bluffton, SC
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Teddy Brook Golf Course
North Yarmouth, ME
05.2004 - 01.2008
- Gained valuable shaping, irrigation, and sod work experience: during the In-house expansion and construction of new golf holes (expanded a 9-hole golf course to 18 holes)
- Responsible for the supervision of the golf course maintenance crew
- Assisted in a successful grow in for cool season grasses
- Maine Pesticide Application License obtained and practiced
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- 18 hole public golfing facility
- Assistant Superintendent
- North Yarmouth, ME
Education
Bachelors of Science Degree - Sports Management/ Golf Concentration
Thomas College
Waterville, ME05-2004
Skills
- 30 years of golf course maintenance experience 8 years seasonal municipal golf course maintenance 4 years public golf course experience in an Assistant Superintendent position 4 years at a private golf course in a lead spray technician position 7 years at a private golf club in a 1st Assistant Superintendent position 7 years at a private golf club in a Head Golf Course Superintendent position
- Knowledge and experience with all aspects required to maintain and achieve a well-conditioned golf facility
- Acquired development, expansion, construction and renovation experience while in the position of management
- Ability to effectively communicate with others to complete any task safely and efficiently
Certification
Obtained North Carolina Certified Pesticide Applicaror license: 026-38648
Obtained South Carolina Certified Pesticide Applicator license: C0031297
Maine Pesticide Application License obtained and practiced
Affiliations
Cape Fear GCSA Board Member
Class A member of the GCSAA
Years active:15
Carolinas GCSAA member
Timeline
Golf Course Superintendent
Pine Valley Country Club
03.2019 - 09.2026
Senior Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Secession Golf Club
06.2012 - 03.2019
Lead Spray Technician
Belfair Plantation
06.2008 - 06.2012
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Teddy Brook Golf Course
05.2004 - 01.2008
Bachelors of Science Degree - Sports Management/ Golf Concentration
Thomas College