Irrigation Technician

Plantationlakesclub; Montgomery (AL); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Time Off

Job summary

Gateway Golf Course in Montgomery, AL is hiring a full-time Irrigation Technician to operate, service, and repair the resort's irrigation system. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, winterization, and rapid response to irrigation issues, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

Qualifications include a college/technical certificate or 3–6 months related experience, plus a valid driver’s license. The position offers full-time hours and benefits within a golf-club setting.

Qualifications

• Certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates and repairs the irrigation system components.
• Performs preventative maintenance on the irrigation system and water features.
• Determines wet and dry areas for adjustments of sprinkler heads.
• Inventories and stocks irrigation parts and tools to minimize downtime.
• Winterizes and blows out irrigation system incl. all water lines and pump stations.
• Reports irrigation breaks to the Head Irrigation Technician or Superintendent and keeps a daily repair log.

Skills

Irrigation experience

English literacy

Driver's license

Education

Certificate from college or technical school

Job description

Gateway Golf Course
Montgomery, AL 36105, USA

Description

Gateway Golf Course, located in Montgomery, AL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Irrigation Technician! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of golf club operations. As an associate of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Compensation:

$16.00 per hour

General Purpose:

Operates, services, and repairs the varied components of the irrigation system.

• 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 down time.
• 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:

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. Occasional 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).

Past experience with irrigation or chemical applications

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Benefits & Other Compensation:

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 .

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