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CHANCE SHORT

CHANCE SHORT

Selma

Summary

Golf course management professional with comprehensive expertise in turfgrass management and equipment operation. Demonstrated ability to enhance course aesthetics and playability through strategic maintenance and resource management. Extensive experience in all facets of golf course operations, supported by ongoing professional development in superintendent duties and club management.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

Jack and Son
07.2014 - 02.2022
  • Delivered comprehensive lawn care services, including mowing, blowing, and detailing.
    Applied fertilizers, insecticides, and weed sprays to enhance lawn health.
    Executed tree trimming and seeding to improve landscape aesthetics.
    Conducted aerification to promote healthy soil conditions.
    Managed customer invoices and provided detailed estimates for services.
    Performed routine maintenance and repairs on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
    Collaborated with customers to exceed expectations and address specific needs.

Superintendent

Selma Valley Golf Course
05.1999 - 02.2017
  • Health and playability of entire golf course, scheduling staff for weekly tasks, training employees, hiring staff, chemical and fertility programs and storage and applications, irrigation repair and installation, equipment maintenance, mowing, blowing, edging, spraying herbicides/fungicides/insecticides, airification, tree and bush trimming, OSHA regulations, budgeting, purchases of equipment, IPM, NPK formulas, sedding and sodding, heavy equipment operation, wildlife rescue, painting, sharpening blades (reel and rotary) Jacobsen greens, fairway, trim and rotary mowers, Smithco (trapstar and spraystar), Toro and Jacobsen gang mowers, Ryan, cushman, Rain bird, Hunter, Gravely, Massey Ferguson, Kubota, John Deere, Top dressers, Vertidrain machines, Ez-Go, Clubcar, Hyundai (gas and electric) Echo, Stihl, Honda, Bearcat to name and few.
  • Ensured compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives.
  • Purchased and tracked supplies like hazardous chemicals and grass seed.
  • Maintained safety and security of hazardous chemicals.
  • Provided guidance to agronomy staff regarding cultural practices that enhance playability on the golf course.
  • Maintained records of chemical applications, weather data and other pertinent information related to course operations.
  • Collaborated with other departments in order to provide exceptional service and create memorable experiences for guests.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with staff to discuss current projects and upcoming tasks.
  • Ensured all areas of the facility were properly maintained including clubhouse grounds, parking lots and walkways.
  • Developed long-term plans for improving overall condition of the golf course including drainage improvements, bunkers restorations and turf renovation projects.
  • Oversaw recruitment, hiring and training of course maintenance team members.
  • Designed irrigation systems to meet the needs of turf while conserving water resources.
  • Assessed existing course conditions and developed strategies to improve playability.
  • Analyzed soil samples and determined appropriate fertilizer, pesticide, herbicide and fungicide applications.
  • Supervised tournament set up including tee markers placement, flagsticks installation and pin placements according to USGA standards.
  • Oversaw supply and tool inventory and replenished supplies, liaising with vendors to obtain cost-effective pricing.

Grounds Crew

Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District
06.2015 - 11.2015
  • Monitored irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants and lawns.
  • Reported maintenance issues to supervisors for timely resolution and repair assistance.
  • Operated light construction equipment such as tractors, mowers, blowers, trimmers and other power tools.
  • Collaborated with other crew members to complete large-scale projects efficiently.
  • Performed regular maintenance of grounds, including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and planting.
  • Conducted daily inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
  • Assisted in the preparation of soil for seeding or sodding lawns.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides following safety procedures.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
  • Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.

Equipment Operator

SVGC farms
08.1995 - 10.2010
  • Cultivated 25 acres of Thompson seedless vineyard for raisin and wine grape production, utilizing 8 ft and 10 ft rows with drip irrigation
  • Monitored crop conditions and adjusted equipment settings accordingly.
  • Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.

Grounds

Selma Valley Golf Course
06.1995 - 06.1998
  • Changing cups, tee markers, raking traps, mowing fringes, trash, bathrooms, equipment cleaning, debris removal (leaves, branches, entire trees).

Framer/Drywall

Mendoza Construction
09.1997 - 06.1998
  • Building add ons, renovation on homes, commercial buildings repair.

Installer

Audio Experts
06.1996 - 09.1997
  • Stereo system and alarm installation and modification.

Education

High School Diploma -

Immanuel
Reedley, CA
06-1998

GED -

Clovis Adult School
Clovis, CA
04-1998

Some College (No Degree) - Sports Management

Reedley College
Reedley, CA

Skills

  • Turfgrass management
  • Heavy equipment operation and maintenance
  • Irrigation system repair
  • Attention to detail
  • Chemical application
  • Soil analysis
  • Dependable and responsible

References

  • Jack Lopez, Grounds, Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District, 5598190684
  • Jimmy Rivera, Grounds Supervisor, Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District, 5593521240
  • Rodney Sakaguchi, Grounds, Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District, 5599018894
  • Nicholas G. Haltom, Lieutenant, California Highway Patrol, 5592844081
  • Jim Wilson, Engineer, California Department of Transportation, 5592178910

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 12/18/79

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Grounds Crew

Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District
06.2015 - 11.2015

Operator

Jack and Son
07.2014 - 02.2022

Superintendent

Selma Valley Golf Course
05.1999 - 02.2017

Framer/Drywall

Mendoza Construction
09.1997 - 06.1998

Installer

Audio Experts
06.1996 - 09.1997

Equipment Operator

SVGC farms
08.1995 - 10.2010

Grounds

Selma Valley Golf Course
06.1995 - 06.1998

High School Diploma -

Immanuel

GED -

Clovis Adult School

Some College (No Degree) - Sports Management

Reedley College

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