Irrigation Technician/Assistant In Training

Culture of Success: The Irrigation Technician will be exposed to several components of succession with respect to professional development:

• New technologies regarding golf course maintenance (computer software systems, mechanical applications, etc.)
• Budgeting and organizational applications (excel, power point, publisher, etc.)
• Developing a TEAM oriented environment
• Career advancement includes mock interviews, resume development, etc.

Duties: Preventative Maintenance and Repair of irrigation Systems throughout the facilities.

• Responsible for programming, operation and maintenance of irrigation system for golf course
• Operates programs to water in pesticide applications
• Operates irrigation heads in dry areas needing additional water
• Repairs the irrigation system, pipes and irrigation heads as needed
• Maintains a working inventory, including ordering necessary supplies
• Monitors water levels and testing
• Coordinates pump servicing
• Ability to work a weekend day if necessary, some holidays, and in a variety of weather conditions will be essential to the job responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned by the Management Staff

• An understanding of agronomics related to plant health, soil management and pesticide applications
• An understanding and commitment to water and environmental management
• Mathematic, budgetary and computers skills
• Ability to operate golf course maintenance equipment in a safe manner
• Assist in promoting and enforcing safety practices in accordance with the club's policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be in good physical condition and able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work long hours outside in heat and humidity.
• Ability to speak basic workplace Spanish