Golf Course Irrigation Technician

Falcon's Fire Golf Club is excited to announce an exceptional career opportunity of Golf Course Irrigation Technician.

Pay: $18 - $19 an hour depending on experience

This position is full time with benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401k with company match, and paid time off.

Falcon’s Fire Golf Club is recognized both regionally and nationally as one of the finest public Golf Courses in Orlando. This Rees Jones designed championship Golf Course, and the spacious Clubhouse offer Guests a spectacular venue for any occasion. From an immaculate Golf Course featuring the highest level of service and amenities, to the exquisite dining at the Falcon’s Nest Restaurant, to the latest technology, equipment, and apparel at the award-winning Golf Shop, Falcon’s Fire Golf Club is a premier Florida golf destination.

Our Culture and Values provides Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Job title

Irrigation Technician

Reports to

Golf Course Superintendent

Classification

Hourly, Full Time, Nonexempt

Working Hours

According to shift assignment

Job purpose

The irrigation technician is responsible for the programming, operation and maintenance of the golf course irrigation systems. In addition, the person is required to report any irregularities in the turf quality to the Foreman.

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the upkeep, repairs and maintenance of the irrigation systems.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the irrigation parts room and maintains inventory of the
• supplies.
• Waters and fertilizes tees, greens and fairways, also applies chemicals on the greens.
• Operates irrigation heads in dry areas requiring more attention.
• Completes purchase orders and submits them to the Superintendent for authorization.
• Assists the Assistant Superintendent in managing the team members.
• Maintains a clean golf course and maintenance complex.
• Must be able to perform the duties of an Equipment Operator.
• Demonstrates courtesy to all Members and guests at all times.

Qualifications

Two years of underground lawn sprinkler system repair and installation experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Working conditions

Work is primarily outdoors. Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.

This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any on the job related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Physical requirements

Good organizational and verbal skills. Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitors and develops subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas, write and read member communication.

Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up to 80 lbs.and up to 40 lbs. frequently. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting. Ability to consistently lift, carry and load adaptive and other sports equipment that may weigh 50 or more pounds, and sustain aerobic activity for 20 consecutive minutes.

Please be advised that all work that requires the use of a ladder more than 8 ft. long must be reviewed by Hampton Golfs Club Maintenance person. Following an assessment of the situation, a determination will be made as to whether a maintenance team member or subcontractors will perform the necessary maintenance task. No other staff member is authorized to climb to heights exceeding 8 ft. and/or perform such maintenance. In addition, personnel are prohibited from entering facility attics, walking on the roof of buildings and/or from using scaffolding.

Use the following safety precautions when using an 8ft. ladder:

• Correct placement of the ladder. The safest angle for a straight ladder is to ensure it is placed on-fourth the distance from the base to the point of support. A frame ladders naturally comply.
• Ensure the ladder is placed on a firm level surface, and do not place the ladder near a doorway.
• Ensure there are non-skid shoes on the ladder.
• If using a medal ladder, be sure that it is not near electrical wires.
• One person on a ladder at one time, and ensure another staff member is holding the ladder in position.
• Never overreach.

Direct reports

None.

Brand: Hampton Golf - Falcons Fire Golf Club
Address: 3200 Seralago Blvd Kissimmee, FL - 34746
Property Description: 20007064 - Falcons Fire Golf Club-Kissimmee, FL
Property Number: 20007064