Golf Course -Irrigation Technician

Location

Boynton Beach, FL | United States

Job description

Responsible for the operation, programming and maintenance of the golf course irrigation system.

• • Responsible for operating irrigation heads in dry areas needing additional water.
  • Maintain and repair the irrigation system, which includes the distribution lines, valve, heads, controllers, hydraulic control system, fertigation system, all pump stations; raise heads and trim around them as needed.
  • Inspect the various components of the irrigation system daily to insure that they are operating properly; drag dew as needed.
  • Responsible for drainage projects and other related work as directed by the Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant Superintendents.
  • Report any irregularities in course turf quality to the superintendent or assistant superintendent.
  • Executes the irrigation program as directed by the Golf Course Superintendent/Director.
  • Waters greens, tees and fairways.
  • Repairs the irrigation system, pipes and irrigation heads as needed.
  • Completes requests for irrigation and course parts and supplies.
  • Maintains equipment and in compliance with county, state and federal regulations.
  • Perform safe mechanical operation and calibration of equipment.
  • Must be able to safely operate a golf cart.
  • Inspect all areas of property to determine irrigation needs.
  • Follow policies/procedures.
  • Perform other duties and/or tasks as directed by Management .

Education and experience

• High school diploma and/or equivalent preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic electricity and hydraulics related to an irrigation system, including automatic valves and controllers and of various types of pumps and pumping systems required.
• Must be able to handle and use manual tools such as weedeaters, flymos, rakes, shovels, spreaders and similar tools.
• Must be able to walk extensively, as well as, sit or stand for extended periods of time while performing job functions.
• Must be able to stoop at the knees, bend at the waist, and have a complete dexterity of arms and legs to perform tasks in cramped or awkward positions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able and willing to take directions.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills and coordinate and complete tasks with limited supervision.
• Must be a self-starter and eager to learn.
• Must be able to recognize and solve problems.
• Must possess time management skills.
• Must maintain high performance standards.
• Knowledge of irrigation components, processes, and equipment.
• Ability to deal effectively and cooperatively with employees, management and members.
• Must be a detail-oriented individual and possess time management skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment.

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