Irrigation Technician I

Desert Mountain; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical insurance

Free onsite medical clinic

401K matching

Uniforms provided

Free meals during shifts

Job summary

Desert Mountain Club in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking an Irrigation Technician to support the irrigation system across a premier private golf community. You will assist in maintaining, repairing, and monitoring pumps, piping, valves, and heads, ensuring optimal water distribution on the course.

The role emphasizes a team-based environment with a strong work ethic. Prior golf course maintenance and irrigation knowledge are preferred, with a high school diploma or equivalent recommended.

Qualifications

• Experience in golf course irrigation preferred.
• Familiarity with basic irrigation practices preferred.
• At least one year of golf course maintenance experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Manager or Irrigation Technician II in maintaining and repairing complex irrigation systems.
• Hand waters golf course as directed by supervisors.
• Perform preventive maintenance on irrigation components and read water flow meters.
• Repair pipes, swing joints, and adjust sprinklers for proper coverage.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Pumps

Valves

Maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Location (Clubhouse) Desert Mountain Club

Join the Agronomy team at one of the largest, most beautiful, and top private country clubs in North America, Desert Mountain Club, as an Irrigation Technician !

In this role, you will assistinmaintaining, repairing, and monitoring all facets of the irrigation system including pumps, piping, valves, heads, PRV’s, and suction screens, and perform related work as required .

The ideal candidate will bea team player with a great attitude and strong work ethic. At least one year of experience in golf course maintenance and familiarity with basic irrigation practices are preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is also preferred .

BENEFITS

Join one of the Top 10 Platinum Clubs of America and enjoy exceptional benefits and perks, including:

• Competitive pay
• PTO, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, and Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Scholarship, Tuition Reimbursement
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• Mental health, wellness, and virtual care resources
• FREE employee meals during shifts or meal stipend
• FREE golf and tennis
• Matching Retirement 401K Plan
• Employee uniforms provided

*Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal).

JOB DETAILS

Responsibilities:

• Assist Manager or Irrigation Technician II in maintaining and performing repairs on complex irrigation (automatic) systems.
• Hand waters golf course as directed by supervisors.
• Perform technical tasks and manual labor involved in maintaining and repairing golf course irrigation systems.
• Operate and maintain pumping equipment.
• Read water flow meters.
• Repair broken pipe and swing joints.
• Perform preventive maintenance on Cla-valves, PRV screens (including pressure settings).
• Change head spacing for more effective water distribution.
• Raise or lower irrigation heads as required.
• Monitor and reset angle of spray on part-circle heads so that only turf is irrigated.
• Maintain drainage systems and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors and management.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Required to stand and walk – Frequently
• Required to lift and/or push and/or pull up to 80 pounds – Occasionally
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle – Frequently
• Required to work in an outdoor working environment – Constantly
• Exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather – Regularly
• Required to work in trenches to repair pipes in uncomfortable positions and confined spaces - Regularly

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OUR COMPANY

Desert Mountain Club is one of the nations premier private clubs, located in the scenic foothills of North Scottsdale, Arizona. Spanning more than 8,000 acres, Desert Mountain features:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• S even distinctive clubhouses with unique dining and banquet experiences.
• An award-winning spa, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and swim facility.
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails

What truly sets Desert Mountain apart is our people. We foster a culture built on care, respect, teamwork, wellbeing, and growth where teammates feel valued and proud to be part of the team.

Desert Mountain Club is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a workplace built on inclusion, respect, and opportunity for all teammates.

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Desert Mountain is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We do not discriminate or tolerate discrimination against any employee or applicant based upon race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.