Agronomist Turf Specialist

SAM Construction Group is the construction division for our vertically-integrated developer, SAM Development Group. We specialize in new mid-rise multifamily and luxury home construction. Our structures are concrete and steel, with in-house divisions self-performing a variety of trade craft scopes including: grading/excavation, underground wet/dry utilities, concrete/rebar, framing/drywall, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, roofing, landscaping, pools, as well as other scopes

Job Summary

An Agronomist Turf Specialist is responsible for the install, health, performance, and maintenance of turfgrass areas.

The role combines plant science, soil management, pest control, irrigation, and hands-on turf maintenance, leading and managing mowing, irrigating, fertilizing, aerating, seeding, pest control, and equipment operation.

Typical duties

• Maintain natural and sometimes synthetic turf.
• Diagnose turf disease, weeds, insects, and stress.
• Inspect irrigation systems and make minor repairs
• Monitor turf health, soil conditions, pests, and diseases.
• Plan and apply fertilization, irrigation, seeding, aeration, and other cultural practices.
• Diagnose turf problems and recommend treatment plans.
• Oversee fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides applications safely and keep records.
• Help maintain grounds equipment and coordinate field or course conditioning.
• Keep records of treatments, schedules, and work completed.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have minimum 5-7 years of experience in green industry, grounds maintenance, or turf management of luxury resorts or golf courses
• Experience in turf management, agronomy, horticulture, or grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of turfgrass science, soil fertility, and pest management.
• Pesticide applicator certification is often required or preferred.
• Knowledge of turfgrass practices and landscape equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors, lift, and perform physical labor.
• A valid driver’s license is often required.
• Pesticide or fertilizer applicator licensing may be required or preferred.

Employee Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Health Indemnity and Accident Supplemental Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability – Employer provided
• Life Insurance – Employer provided
• 401k and company match
• Vacation | Sick | Holidays
• Cell Phone/Computer
• Work Boot Allowance
• Auto Allowance or Company vehicle

Salary: $90,000/yr DOE

SAM Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law