Lee Macaulay
Sylva
Summary
Reliable First Assistant Golf Course Superintendent with a strong foundation in turf management and maintenance operations at top level facilities. Consistent ability to communicate effectively and adapt to changing environments, contributing to successful irrigation and drainage projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
First Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted in daily maintenance of turf health and quality, ensuring optimal playing conditions for a Top 5 Golf Course in NC
- Collaborated with superintendent to develop schedules for irrigation, fertilization, and pesticide programs.
- Supervised daily operations of a large maintenance staff, ensuring high-quality workmanship and efficient task completion.
- Completed several large drainage and irrigation projects.
Turf Management Intern
Essex County Club
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with Director of Grounds to ensure pristine playing conditions for a Top 5 Golf Course in MA
- Assisted mechanic with basic reel and equipment maintenance
- Operated all major turf equipment at a high level including heavy construction equipment
- Maintained multiple clay and grass tennis courts
Grounds Maintenance Intern
Western Carolina University
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Participated in routine maintenance tasks for campus facilities, ensuring aesthetic standards are met campus wide
- Conducted inspections on equipment and systems, identifying issues for timely repairs and service.
- Maintained a variety of trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants.
- Applied pre and post emergent herbicides in turf areas and plant beds.
Turf Maintenance Intern
Omni Grove Park Inn
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Learned basic golf course maintenance knowledge at a resort level with a high number of rounds
- Shadowed irrigation tech in quick coupler and basic irrigation head repair
- Mixed chemicals for all golf course applications
- Mowed all cuts of grass with various equipment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN12-2023
Skills
- Environmental Practices
- Moisture Management
- Chemical Application
- Pest Control
- Drainage Solutions
- Soil Fertility
- Troubleshooting Equipment
- Managing Projects
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Certified NC Pesticide Applicator
- Completed Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club's "Environmental Plan" for Audubon Society Certification
- "Over the Top" Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club Award Recipient
Timeline
First Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club
03.2023 - Current
Turf Management Intern
Essex County Club
03.2023 - 07.2023
Grounds Maintenance Intern
Western Carolina University
05.2022 - 08.2022
Turf Maintenance Intern
Omni Grove Park Inn
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences
University of Tennessee