Assistant-In-Training, Golf Course Maintenance

Pay Rate: $25.46

About Sensei:  

Founded by Dr. David Agus and Larry Ellison, our ecosystem of products and experiences is designed with one intention: to empower you to grow well and lead the world toward greater wellbeing.  

Based on Dr. Agus’ philosophy, Sensei believes we can guide our guests to greater wellbeing by offering experiential movement, rest and nourishment classes and programs. The launch of the Retreats wellness brand took place on Lana’i, Hawaii in partnership with Four Season’s lodging and food offerings by Nobu.  In this location, Sensei Porcupine Creek, Sensei is operating the lodging operation, as well as world-class golf, tennis, spa, fitness, movement, nutrition, meditative, enrichment and body assessment facilities. In addition, Sensei will run the F&B operation, as part of a licensing agreement with Nobu. Sensei programs and continuing learning sessions are high-touch, evidence-led and supported by the latest technology.  You can read our story here. 

Position Description: 

This role is intended to develop the AIT into a well-rounded turf professional. The Assistant-In-Training will work directly with the golf course maintenance management team in planning and conducting daily course maintenance and developing new maintenance processes.

Responsibilities:

• Irrigation management
• Pesticide and fertilizer application
• Assisting in maintenance planning
• Daily course set-up and equipment operation
• Instruct and train staff in safe equipment use, proper maintenance, and required safety supplies to ensure safe operating procedures are followed
• Organize and keep accurate records on maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, safety meetings, and staff assignments
• Leading small groups to accomplish maintenance and course project goals.
• Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers
• Customer Service – Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
• Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers
• Safety – Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• Reasonable oral, written and communication skills
• Operate trucks and light motorized equipment
• Ability to make reasonable decisions using acquired job-related knowledge and common sense
• Ability to see details (trash, ropes and stakes that are out of place), proper set-up of tees and proper cup locations
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and maintain a clean DMV record 

Qualifications:

• Candidate must have or be working toward a 2–4-year Turfgrass Management degree or Turfgrass Certificate
• 2+ years of golf course maintenance experience preferred.
• Responsibilities will be diverse and initially dependent on experience.
• Candidate must possess a positive attitude and willingness to learn

Traits We Value

• Commitment to a healthier living environment and embracing the Sensei Way and philosophy espoused and science identified in Dr Agus’ teachings and writings
• Collaborative mentality and the ability to recognize how to get things done as a team
• Self-confidence and composure to accept critique, process it, and apply the learnings to improve
• Resourceful and adaptable, understanding that a big idea can come from anywhere
• Open to learning, developing new skills and professional experiences
• Loves a good challenge 
• A strong sense of curiosity 
• Embraces feedback and constantly seeks to improve 
• Collaborative and knows how to get things done as part of a team 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary 
• Robust and comprehensive Health Insurance 
  • Medical (100% paid HMO), Dental, Vision, Life, Disability insurance and Voluntary Insurance Plans 
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Plan Matching 
• Tax Savings Benefits Plans 
  • Pre-tax 401l Matching Plan 
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Saving Plan
• Wellbeing Benefit - Monthly allowance for wellness/wellbeing related expenses 
• Employee Discount Program

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including gender identity or expression; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, disability (including association or relationship with an individual with a disability), marital status, National Guard obligation, genetic test results, arrest and court records, reproductive health decision, domestic or sexual violence victim status, breastfeeding requirements, assignment of Income for child support obligations, or credit history or report.