Griffin Whitmer
Monte Vista
Summary
Dedicated turf management specialist skilled in equipment maintenance and data analysis for improved course playability. Experienced in training personnel and conducting routine assessments to maintain high standards. Actively contributed to achieving top rankings and successful tournament operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Assistant Superintendent
Brae Burn Country Club
Newton
2024.03 - Current
- Secured #23 ranking among golf courses in Massachusetts, highlighting course quality and appeal.
- Coordinated USGA Women's Mid-Amateur in 2024, significantly increasing course visibility and attracting regional attention.
- Implemented turf management practices to optimize course conditions and playability.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and maintenance procedures, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety.
- Assisted first assistant superintendent with turf management and personnel management tasks.
- Analyzed weather station data to determine optimal watering schedules.
- Monitored turfgrass health through regular scouting and soil sampling initiatives.
- Conducted routine maintenance on spray equipment to ensure peak performance.
Assistant in Training
Roaring Fork Golf Club
Basalt
2023.06 - 2024.03
- Operated spray equipment to effectively manage pests and weeds, ensuring optimal landscape health.
- Identified dry/stressed turf and applied water using hand hoses or overhead sprinklers to maintain healthy grass conditions.
- Providing ideal golf conditions for membership throughout the season.
- Maintained accurate records of chemical applications and inventory to ensure compliance and effective resource management.
- Mapping out drainage projects and installing them using laser levels and using mini excavators
Irrigation Technician
Omni Interlocken Resort
Broomfield
2023.03 - 2023.06
- Installed and maintained irrigation systems across resort landscapes.
- Troubleshot and repaired irrigation malfunctions to ensure system functionality.
- Replaced worn components, enhancing system reliability and performance.
- Applied chemicals safely for effective mixing and application.
- Applied fertilizer and pesticide solutions to effectively control insect infestations, fungus, weeds, and diseases.
2nd Assistant Superintendent
Club at Cordillera
Edwards
2022.03 - 2022.08
- #22 ranked course in the state of Colorado
- Monitored project progress to ensure timely completion and quality standards.
- Supervised day laborers in completing large landscaping projects.
- Taught landscaping crew members proper techniques for new plantings and ongoing maintenance.
- Executed spray applications to enhance plant health.
- Maintained both two-cycle and four-cycle equipment used in regular greenskeeping.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Prepared property for winter conditions using weather-proofing materials.
- Arranged shrubs and flowers to create landscape effects.
- Removed leaves, clippings and debris with blowers or collection methods.
- Facilitated staff meetings to communicate policy changes and gather employee feedback for informed decision-making.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Mentored newly hired employees, offering guidance on company programs to enhance onboarding experience and integration.
- Operated tractors with bucket and forks on the front and a backhoe on the back.
Seasonal Intern
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Lanai
2021.12 - 2022.03
- #1 golf course in the state of Hawaii, #22 Nationally
- Cultivated relationships with members and guests to enhance customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Supervised day laborers to efficiently complete large landscaping projects on schedule.
- Taught landscaping crew members proper techniques for new plantings and ongoing maintenance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored project progress to ensure timely completion and maintain quality standards.
- Maintained pristine turf appearance through daily mowing and trimming.
- Inspected machinery daily and conducted maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
- Managed nearby features such as bunkers with raking and regular care.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Set up courses each day by changing cups, putting out flags and emptying trash.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
Summer Intern
The Club At The Cordillera
Edwards
2021.03 - 2021.11
- Maintained and repaired irrigation systems, including electrical valves and pipe fixes using slipfix, toro and rainbird heads, and hunters.
- Would measure out the chemicals used in spray applications and do the application.
- Coordinated multiple sod installation projects with bentgrass and bluegrass to enhance landscape quality.
- Operated plenty of equipment, including SR-72, Vicon, Toro Sprayer, All toro mowers, etc.
- Supervised weekend crews to ensure efficient operations and task completion.
- Assisted in preparing equipment carts each morning for crew readiness.
- Developed a new nursery green through detailed planning and execution, contributing to site improvement.
- Supported program activities by managing administrative tasks.
- Helped maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics.
Education
Associate of Science - Turf Grass
Colorado State
Fort Collins, CO2023-05
High School Diploma -
Monte Vista High School
Monte Vista, CO2020-04
Certificate - Turf Grass
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA2026-03
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
- Attention to Detail
- Drainage solutions
- Troubleshooting equipment
- Managing Plant Diseases
- Fertilizer Safety
- Task Delegation
- Supervision & Leadership
- Data analysis
- Chemical application
- Turf management
- Irrigation systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Soil analysis
Volunteer Work
Tournament Volunteer- US Open at Oakmont Country Club- June 2025
Oakmont, PA
- Assisted with tournament operations for the 125th U.S. Open.
- Raked 100+ bunkers to ensure optimal playing conditions during the tournament.
- Mowed entire property over 7 tournament days as part of a 40-man team to maintain presentation standards.
- Promoted USGA event through interview to raise awareness and engagement.
Tournament Volunteer- USGA Mid Amateur at Oakland Hills Country Club- July 2024
Bloomfield Hills, MI
- Coordinated with tournament staff to maintain optimal greens speed throughout all tournament days.
- Executed evening and afternoon maintenance tasks to ensure optimal playing conditions during tournament events.
- Collected and analyzed data on greens in collaboration with USGA Greens Section to inform maintenance decisions.
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
2nd Assistant Superintendent
Brae Burn Country Club
2024.03 - Current
Assistant in Training
Roaring Fork Golf Club
2023.06 - 2024.03
Irrigation Technician
Omni Interlocken Resort
2023.03 - 2023.06
2nd Assistant Superintendent
Club at Cordillera
2022.03 - 2022.08
Seasonal Intern
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
2021.12 - 2022.03
Summer Intern
The Club At The Cordillera
2021.03 - 2021.11
Associate of Science - Turf Grass
Colorado State
High School Diploma -
Monte Vista High School
Certificate - Turf Grass
Pennsylvania State University