Equipment Operator

AZ MetroScapes, Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Golf Club of Estrella is seeking an Equipment Operator to maintain the course and support daily operations. The role focuses on safe operation of equipment, timely maintenance tasks, and collaborating with the maintenance team to uphold high standards of course conditioning.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and dependable attendance. English reading and speaking ability is preferred, and prior golf course or turf equipment experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operates all equipment used in daily course maintenance.
• Mows greens, tees, aprons and approaches with gang mowers.
• Operates sod cutter, spray rigs and may assist in fertilization.
• 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 to the mechanic immediately.
• Installs irrigation and drainage systems as directed.
• Uses transit, level or other device to construct proper grades and layout.
• Returns equipment to designated location, cleaned and serviced.
• Oversees other maintenance associates and ensures safety and proper operation.
• Operates equipment safely and maintains awareness of others in the area.
• Implements safe work practices in job performance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Regular attendance

English proficiency

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Golf Club of Estrella is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Equipment Operator. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service.

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.