Irrigation Technician

Troon International; Granby (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Irrigation Technician, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining a complex irrigation system at a beautiful golf facility. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with responsibilities that include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring the system operates efficiently year-round. With opportunities for growth and a supportive team, you will contribute to the overall beauty and functionality of the grounds. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and be part of a dedicated team that values your skills and commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Medical Plans

Prescription Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Injury Insurance

Hospital Care Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Support

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance & Wellness Support Program

Qualifications

• Prior irrigation experience is preferred with a technical school certificate.
• Ability to read and speak English may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains a complex irrigation system, ensuring efficiency.
• Conducts monthly checks and performs preventative maintenance on the system.

Skills

Irrigation System Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Certificate from college or technical school

3-6 months related experience

Tools

Irrigation Tools

Pump Station Equipment

Electrical Systems

Job description

Grand Elk Golf Club
1300 Ten Mile Dr
Granby, CO 80446, USA

Operates, services, and repairs the varied components of the irrigation system. Irrigation Tech in the summer and snow removal and Cross-Country Ski trail grooming in the winter. May be asked to perform tasks not associated with irrigation or snow removal.

Pay Range: $41,600 - $52,000 annually, depending on experience level.

Schedule Requirements: Weekend availability is a requirement.

• Performs preventative maintenance on the irrigation system including the lake re-circulation system and water features.
• Determines wet and dry areas for adjustments of sprinkler heads.
• Properly inventories and stocks all irrigation parts and tools in order to minimize downtime.
• Maintains working knowledge of pump station maintenance requirements.
• Operates, maintains and repairs a complex irrigation system, including leaks on the distribution lines, valve risers, electrical system, computer and irrigation control wire.
• Reports any serious irrigation breaks immediately to the Head Irrigation Technician or Superintendent and maintains a daily log of completed repairs.
• Prioritizes irrigation breaks and uses time efficiently.
• Conducts monthly checks of all sprinkler heads on the entire golf facility.
• Routinely inspects irrigation system components to ensure system is operating properly.
• Responsible for winterization and blowout of irrigation system, including all water lines, valves and pump stations.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience:

Prior irrigation experience is preferred. Certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.

Physical Demands:

Regularly stands and walks. Occasionally sits, climbs or balances, tastes or smells. Regularly uses hands; reaches with hands or arms; stoops, kneels, crouches or crawls; talks or hears. Regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds.

Regularly works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and faces risk of electrical shock. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; toxic or caustic chemicals; fumes or airborne particles. Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions. Occasionally works in extreme cold or heat (non-weather).

Certificates/Licenses:

• Valid Driver’s License

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).

Full-time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Plans
• Prescription Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Injury Insurance
• Hospital Care Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Support
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Support Program