Irrigation Technician

Description Irrigation Technician Preservation and aesthetics are the face of any business. The Irrigation Technician, under the supervision of the Director of Agronomy and Landscape Project Manager, is responsible for the programming, operation, and maintenance of the golf course irrigation systems. The duties of an Irrigation Technician include, but are not limited to, the following: Report any irregularities in golf course turf quality to Management. Monitor and water the golf course regularly, including greens, tees, and fairways. Repair and maintain the irrigation system, including pipes and irrigation heads, as needed. Assist with irrigation construction and maintenance work as required. Perform periodic general and preventative maintenance on irrigation systems. Complete requests for irrigation/course parts and supplies Operate dump trucks and other light equipment in hauling materials and removing debris. Respond to all irrigation requests in a timely manner. Perform other duties, as assigned by Property or Corporate Management Requirements Working knowledge of basic electrical and hydraulics related to an irrigation system, including automatic valves and controllers, as well as various types of pumps and pumping systems. Understand agronomy, turfgrass science, and the rules of golf. Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in ground and landscape area maintenance work. Ability to operate light motorized equipment. Ability to work unsupervised. Work in a temperature extreme environment. Ability to finish tasks with a high degree of quality and in a timely manner. Be a team player. Excellent organizational skills. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by business demands. Willingly perform other reasonable tasks and duties as assigned by Management. Ability to work in inclement weather of all kinds. Safety Requirements Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including the use of proper PPE as required by OSHA laws when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety: A back support belt, protective gloves and eye protection may be required on rare occasions. Ergonomically correct workstation - please report any deficiencies. Physical Requirements Physical Activity Frequency Reaching Constant Grasping Constant Near vision Constant Far vision Constant Hearing Constant Talking Constant Smell Constant Sitting Frequent Walking Frequent Standing Frequent Crouching/Bending Stooping Frequent Pushing/pulling Frequent Climbing stairs Occasional Lifting/Carrying Frequent - up to 50 lbs. Travel Never Lakehouse Hotel and Golf Resort