Equipment Operator

Troon International; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

The Club at Savannah Harbor, part of Troon International, is hiring an Equipment Operator in Savannah, GA. This role involves operating and maintaining equipment essential for golf course upkeep.

Responsibilities include mowing, equipment maintenance, and irrigation installation. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. Pay starts at $17.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and speak English may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operates all equipment used in daily course maintenance.
• Mows greens, tees, and other areas.
• Maintains equipment fluid levels.
• Installs irrigation and drainage systems.
• Ensures safety and proper operation of equipment.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Club at Savannah Harbor, located in Savannah, GA, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for an 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.

Compensation: $17.00 per hour

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.

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