Paul Davey
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent at Cordova Bay Golf Course- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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British Columbia Forest Safety
Government of British ColumbiaDec, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Pesticide Applicator License
Government of British ColumbiaSep, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Cordova Bay Golf Course
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Recreational Facilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
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Feb 2006 - Present
27-hole public course designed by Bill Robinson with Poa/Bentgrass/Rye mix on greens, tees, and fairways; ~55,000+ rounds played annually and a crew of 25 during peak season.Oversee operations across The Bay Course and The Ridge Course in collaboration with superintendent, as well as the Mattick’s Farm Shopping Center grounds and mini-golf course. Schedule and delegate daily tasks to ensure efficiency. Develop and maintain sound training and orientation programs to assure safe operations and decrease workers compensation claims. Fulfill superintendent role in his absence. Conduct spray applications, drainage management, and course enhancement projects such as building new bunkers and tees.- Maintain constant communication with superintendent and utilize a team effort to carry out operational and personnel procedures, including hiring and firing- Employ strong mechanic skills to fulfill needs in absence of mechanic; effectively performed mechanic tasks in conjunction with assistant responsibilities for two months- Maintain environmental and Integrated Pest Management programs including Audubon Certification for 15 years- Provide a safe environment for wildlife and create natural areas to promote environmental stewardship and enhance aesthetics; established purple martin haven, inserted Western bluebird boxes and bird houses, created more natural areas, and regularly implement water conservation practices, resulting in the Environmental Award from the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association- Regularly upgrade Rain Bird irrigation system/pump house to ensure smooth operations and maximize turf health Show less
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Irrigation and Spray Technician
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Feb 2005 - Nov 2006
Supervised crews of up to 20; managed entire irrigation and spray application programs. Completed new tee construction and additional course enhancements and assisted with all fertility and cultural practices.- Promoted to assistant superintendent within two years of hire- Installed additions to irrigation and drainage to optimize functionality- Performed all Rain Bird irrigation operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance, including within residential zones- Applied fertilizer, growth regulator, pesticides, wetting agents, and compost tea to optimize turf health and aesthetics Show less
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Paul's Yard Works - Lawn Care Company
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Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
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Owner / Operator
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Mar 2012 - Present
Maintain landscaping for residential areas and one townhouse complex. Independently mow, garden, prune, irrigate, pressure wash, conduct cultural practices, and build fence to meet clients’ needs and expectations. Maintain landscaping for residential areas and one townhouse complex. Independently mow, garden, prune, irrigate, pressure wash, conduct cultural practices, and build fence to meet clients’ needs and expectations.
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Avondale Golf Course
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Golf Course Superintendent
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Apr 2003 - Nov 2004
18-hole public course designed by Jeff Fuller with Bentgrass greens, large Bentgrass tees, and Dwarf Kentucky Bluegrass fairways; ~15,000 rounds played annually within the 6-8-month season and a crew of ~10. Oversaw golf course and all building maintenance. Supervised and managed personnel procedures for team of ten labourers who had little to no golf course experience. Provided hands-on training and guidance to ensure necessary skill acquisition including maintenance practices and machinery operations. Optimized output and provided quality conditions despite crew size. Managed snow removal during winter months. - Implemented necessary cultural practices to overcome disease and obstacles associated with a new course carved out of a swamp, including regular elimination of tree debris - Restored course to playable conditions after 2003’s Hurricane Juan - Managed and meticulously followed budget to ensure fiscal responsibility; led capital improvement projects - Directed fertility and pesticide programs to enhance course playability - Performed reel grinding and other mechanical tasks, as needed - Implemented major irrigation system upgrade including new pump station Show less
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Avondale Golf Course
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
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May 2002 - Aug 2002
Supervised crews of up to 6 and operated equipment including greens iron, verticutter, topdresser, sprayer, and aerator. - Grew in practice green, performed bunker renovations, and assisted with additional new course enhancements to improve the player experience - Built new maintenance facility; installed new Rain Bird diesel centrifugal pump and central control computer system Supervised crews of up to 6 and operated equipment including greens iron, verticutter, topdresser, sprayer, and aerator. - Grew in practice green, performed bunker renovations, and assisted with additional new course enhancements to improve the player experience - Built new maintenance facility; installed new Rain Bird diesel centrifugal pump and central control computer system
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Avondale Golf Course
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Golf Course Maintenance Crew
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May 2001 - Aug 2001
Performed all day-to-day maintenance practices, sprayed and spread fertilizers and pesticides, and operated Rain Bird irrigation system. Performed all day-to-day maintenance practices, sprayed and spread fertilizers and pesticides, and operated Rain Bird irrigation system.
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Education
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Olds College
Turf Management Diploma, Ornamental Horticulture Program
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