Golf Course Irrigation Technician II

University of Louisville; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Louisville Golf Club (ULGC) in Simpsonville, KY is seeking candidates for an Irrigation Technician II. The technician manages programming, operation and maintenance of the golf course irrigation system under supervision of the Superintendent.

Responsibilities include operating irrigation equipment, applying pesticides as needed, repairing components, ordering parts, monitoring water levels, coordinating pump service and reporting turf irregularities to the Senior Assistant

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with related experience.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and pre-employment requirements.
• Willingness to work weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Program, operate and maintain the golf course irrigation system.
• Operate programs to water in pesticide applications.
• Operate irrigation heads in dry areas needing additional water.
• Repair irrigation system, pipes and heads as needed.
• Maintain a working inventory and order supplies.
• Monitor water levels and testing.
• Coordinate pump servicing.
• Report irregularities in turf quality to the Senior Assistant Superintendent.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Agronomy knowledge

Turfgrass science

Golf rules knowledge

Electrical hydraulics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The University of Louisville Golf Club (ULGC) in Simpsonville, KY is seeking candidates for an Irrigation Technician II. The technician manages programming, operation and maintenance of the golf course irrigation system under supervision of the Superintendent.

Responsibilities include operating irrigation equipment, applying pesticides as needed, repairing components, ordering parts, monitoring water levels, coordinating pump service and reporting turf irregularities to the Senior Assistant