Irrigation Technician

Gateway Golf Course located in Montgomery AL is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Irrigation Technician ! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation:

$16.00 per hour

General Purpose:

Operates services and repairs the varied components of the irrigation system.

Essential Duties:

• Performs preventative maintenance on the irrigation system including the lake re-circulation system and water features.
• Determines wet and dry areas for adjustments of sprinkler heads.
• Properly inventories and stocks all irrigation parts and tools in order to minimize down time.
• Maintains working knowledge of pump station maintenance requirements
• Operates maintains and repairs a complex irrigation system including leaks on the distribution lines valve risers electrical system computer and irrigation control wire.
• Reports any serious irrigation breaks immediately to the Head Irrigation Technician or Superintendent and maintains a daily log of completed repairs.
• Prioritizes irrigation breaks and uses time efficiently.
• Conducts monthly checks of all sprinkler heads on the entire golf facility.
• Routinely inspects irrigation system components to ensure system is operating properly.
• Responsible for winterization and blowout of irrigation system including all water lines valves and pump stations.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience:

Certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.

Physical Demands:

Regularly stands and walks. Occasionally sits climbs or balances tastes or smells. Regularly uses hands; reaches with hands or arms; stoops kneels crouches or crawls; talks or hears. Regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds.

Environment/Noise:

Regularly works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and faces risk of electrical shock. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; toxic or caustic chemicals; fumes or airborne particles. Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions. Occasionally works in extreme cold or heat (non-weather).

Certificates/Licenses:

Valid Drivers License

Job Knowledge Skill and Ability Preferences:

Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).

Extra Information:

Past experience with irrigation or chemical applications

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Benefits & Other Compensation:

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• Retirement Benefits 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Time Off Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms conditions and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies which may be amended at the Companys discretion.

About Troon:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale AZ Troon is the worlds largest professional club management company that specializes in services in golf hospitality and residential more than 900 locations in 45 states and 27 countries Troon is a leading employer in by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic consciously kind and humbly prosperousTroon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected more at .

Required Experience:

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