Equipment Operator

Troon; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

The Golf Club of Estrella, Goodyear, AZ, is seeking a Full-Time Equipment Operator to maintain the golf course and assist in related maintenance tasks. This Troon-managed property offers growth opportunities within a global hospitality-focused organization.

Responsibilities include operating daily maintenance equipment, mowing greens and fairways, maintaining fluids, reporting issues, and assisting with irrigation installations. A driver’s license and English-language ability are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and speak English may be required to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Operates all equipment used in daily course maintenance.
• Mows greens, tees, aprons, and approaches with gang mowers.
• Operates sod cutter, spray rigs; may assist fertilization of greens and fairways.
• Mows fairways and rough areas and operates other equipment as directed.
• Maintains gasoline or diesel, oil and other fluid levels daily.
• Reports equipment problems to the mechanic immediately.
• Installs irrigation and drainage systems as directed, understanding installation procedures.
• Uses transit/level tools to construct proper grades and layouts.
• Returns equipment to the maintenance facility safely cleaned and serviced.
• Oversees other maintenance associates and ensures safety and proper operation.
• Operates equipment safely and remains aware of nearby workers.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

English literacy

Safety awareness

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Tools

Lawn equipment operation

Transit/level tools

Job description

The Golf Club of Estrella, located in Goodyear, AZ, 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 will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Key Responsibilities of the Equipment Operator:

• 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 associates in work area.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Performs other duties as required.

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.

Other Qualifications:

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

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 Company’s discretion.

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.