Equipment Operator

Twice; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

West Bay Golf Club in Estero, FL, is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator to join our maintenance team. You will operate all course equipment, mow greens and fairways, and support irrigation and drainage work. A valid driver's license and reliable attendance are required.

This role offers opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute within a hospitality-focused property organization under Troon. Neat, safe operation and teamwork are essential for daily success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates all equipment used in daily course maintenance.
• Mows greens, tees, aprons, and approaches inaccessible areas with gang mowers.
• Operates sod cutter, spray rigs and may assist in fertilization of greens, tees, fairways, roughs and related areas.
• Mows fairways and rough areas; and operates other equipment as directed.
• Maintains gasoline or diesel, oil and other equipment fluid levels daily.
• Reports equipment problems and failures to mechanic immediately.
• Installs irrigation and drainage systems as directed, understanding installation principles and procedures.
• Uses a transit, level or other device to construct proper grades and layouts.
• Returns equipment to designated location and ensures proper cleaning and service.
• Oversees other maintenance associates while ensuring safety and proper operation of equipment.

Skills

Equipment operation

Mowing

English literacy

Education

GED or high school diploma

1–6 months related experience

Tools

Transit/level

Job description

West Bay Golf Club in Estero, FL is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Equipment Operator! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you'll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates all equipment that is used in daily course maintenance.
• Mows greens, tees, aprons, and approaches inaccessible areas with gang mowers.
• Operates sod cutter, spray rigs and may assist in the fertilization of greens, tees, fairways, roughs and related areas.
• Mows fairways and rough areas; and operates other equipment as directed.
• Maintains gasoline or diesel, oil and other equipment fluid levels daily.
• Reports equipment problems and failures to mechanic immediately.
• Installs detailed irrigation and drainage systems as directed, understanding the principles and procedures of installation.
• Ability to use and understand the operation of a transit, level or other device used to construct proper grades and/or layout.
• Uses loaders to remove dirt, debris and other materials and refuse.
• Returns equipment to designated location at the maintenance facility as directed by the mechanic or Assistant Superintendent properly cleaned and serviced.
• Oversees other maintenance associates while performing duties that include operation of equipment. Ensures safety the associate and proper operation of equipment.
• Operates equipment safely and maintains awareness of other associate's in work area.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Other Qualifications:

• Regular and reliable attendance
• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job.

Minimum Qualifications for the Equipment Operator:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

About Troon

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.