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Brandon Bergene

Rose Creek,MN

Summary

To obtain a Superintendent position at a historic club, I can apply my knowledge and skills and grow as a superintendent.

Golf management professional prepared to elevate course standards through effective maintenance and team leadership. Proven track record in implementing innovative turf care techniques and fostering staff development. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability to dynamic needs, with expertise in turfgrass science and course design.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Superintendent

Austin Country Club
08.2021 - Current
  • I have lead crews that have reshaped and reconstructed bunkers and have done many drainages projects
  • Write monthly greens & trees committee meeting reports, created and followed the annual budget.
  • Maintained and fixed irrigation, and equipment fleet.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring high-quality service and member satisfaction.
  • Managed maintenance schedules for golf course facilities and equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Managed 20 workers when performing duties in line with local and national building codes in construction.

Assistant Superintendent

Austin Country Club
05.2020 - 08.2021
  • Assisted in developing and implementing turf management programs to enhance course conditions.
  • Collaborated with superintendent to oversee daily operations and scheduling of maintenance staff.
  • Monitored irrigation systems, ensuring optimal water distribution and efficiency for all greens and fairways.
  • Conducted soil tests and analyzed results to inform fertilization and treatment applications.
  • Trained new team members on best practices for equipment operation and safety protocols.

Superintendent

Glencoe Country Club
11.2018 - 01.2020
  • I oversaw all outside grounds, scheduling the crew, and wrote monthly reports for board meetings.
  • I oversaw maintenance on machines and irrigation.
  • I can perform all aspects of ground maintenance from mowing to spraying
  • Supervised maintenance staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational efficiency.

2nd Assistant Superintendent

Somerset Country Club
05.2017 - 09.2018
  • Acted as the weekend crew leader when the schedule required.
  • Performed grounds maintenance such as aerating, spraying, bunker upkeep, and mowing with both walking and riding equipment.
  • Assisted the club superintendent with irrigation and fertilization of the grounds.
  • Assisted in managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Coordinated staff training sessions to improve team performance and operational efficiency.
  • Maintained safe working conditions by enforcing safety policies and conducting routine inspections.

Intern

Somerset Country Club
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Assisted in project coordination by organizing schedules and facilitating communication among team members
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions, providing insights that led to innovative solutions for ongoing projects.
  • Contributed to process improvement initiatives, identifying areas for efficiency gains within operational workflows.
  • Managed documentation and maintained accurate records to ensure compliance with company standards.

Grounds Crew Member

Cedar River Golf Course
05.2013 - 01.2015
  • Golf course maintenance.
  • Mowing greens, tee boxes, fairways, changing pin placement, fertilizing fairways.
  • Maintenance of equipment. Greens, tees, and fairways.
  • Increased efficiency in daily tasks by utilizing proper tools and techniques for each job assignment.

Education

Associate of Arts - Horticultural Science & Turfmangent

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
05-2017

Certificate - Turf Management

Great Lakes School of Turf
05-2023

Skills

  • Relationship building and management
  • Project coordination
  • Project management
  • Quality assurance
  • Staff management
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Staff education and training
  • Key decision making

Accomplishments

  • Volunteer at the 2021 Players Championship
  • Class A Superintendent
  • Integrated Pest Management License Category A and E.
  • Volunteer grounds crew for the Senior Men’s Amateur Open at The Minikahda Club 2017.
  • Graduated RCTC with high honors.

Timeline

Superintendent

Austin Country Club
08.2021 - Current

Assistant Superintendent

Austin Country Club
05.2020 - 08.2021

Superintendent

Glencoe Country Club
11.2018 - 01.2020

2nd Assistant Superintendent

Somerset Country Club
05.2017 - 09.2018

Intern

Somerset Country Club
05.2016 - 08.2016

Grounds Crew Member

Cedar River Golf Course
05.2013 - 01.2015

Associate of Arts - Horticultural Science & Turfmangent

Rochester Community And Technical College

Certificate - Turf Management

Great Lakes School of Turf

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