TENNESSEE STATE PARKS IRRIGATION SPRAY TECHNICIAN - 11102026-82494

State of Tennessee; Chapel Hill (TN); Presencial; USD 26 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The State of Tennessee invites applications for a position at Henry Horton State Park Golf Course to operate and maintain irrigation and drainage systems and assist with the application of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. The role supports golf course grounds maintenance and may supervise crews on special projects.

Candidates must be able to read MSDS, follow safety regulations, and keep detailed maintenance records.

Qualificações

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.
• Experience performing landscaping, irrigation, chemical fertilizer application, or golf course maintenance can substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsabilidades

• Routine inspections for leaks and irrigation maintenance.
• May supervise crews for special projects.
• Mixing and spraying herbicides, fungicides, and plant-protective products.
• Oversee operation of greens, fairway, tee mowers and other equipment.
• Water greens, tees, and fairways; monitor irrigation usage.
• Maintain MSDS records and chemical storage per regs.
• Attend trainings to maintain knowledge and certifications.
• Keep daily maintenance records.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Irrigation Systems

Vehicles and Motorized Equipment

Chemical Sprayers

Computer

Power/Hand Tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 11/10/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

Opening Date/Time 11/10/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 11/23/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly) $2,607.00

Salary (Annually) $31,284.00

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location Chapel Hill, TN

Department Environment and Conservation

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT & CONSERVATION, MARSHALL COUNTY

This position is located at Henry Horton State Park Golf Course in Marshall County.

For More Information, Visit The Link Below

https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/preferred-service/00127643_tsp_irrigation_spray_tech_hhsp_tdec-job-opp_ps_ua.pdf

Qualifications

Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.

Substitution of Experience for Education: Experience performing landscaping, irrigation, chemical fertilizer application, or golf course maintenance can be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

NSQs

Must become a state licensed or certified Pesticide Applicator within 6 months of their hire date. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required for employment.

Overview

This position is responsible for operating and maintaining all irrigation and drainage systems on the golf course and grounds, as well as assisting with the selection and application of all pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers used in grounds and golf course.

Responsibilities

• Routine inspections for leaks and other potential maintenance deficiencies with the irrigation system, as well as checking the course for any possible improper irrigation.
• Participate in all aspects of golf course maintenance and may occasionally supervise crews for special projects.
• Participate in and/or supervise the mixing and spraying of herbicides, fungicides, and other plant-protective products, ensuring all chemicals are properly used and stored.
• Oversee the operation of a variety of tools and equipment, such as greens mowers, fairway mowers, tee mowers, chemical sprayers, fertilizer spreaders, topdressing machines, soil aeration devices, and other vehicles.
• Waters greens, tees, fairways, rough, lawns, and other areas as needed or scheduled. Monitors daily water usage and informs the Superintendent of any needed adjustments to the irrigation computer settings.
• Responsible for reading, understanding, and keeping current with the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and maintaining them in a central location.
• Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with county, state, and federal regulations. Keep the chemical room clean and orderly; secures it under lock when not present.
• Attend applicable training seminars, classes, and trade shows to maintain current knowledge and certifications.
• Keep and maintain daily maintenance records.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies

• Communicates Effectively
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Instills Trust
• Decision Quality
• Customer Focus

Knowledges

• Mechanical
• Customer and Personal Service

Skills

• Equipment Operation
• Equipment Maintenance
• Active Learning and Listening
• Mathematics
• Complex Problem Solving

Abilities

• Limb and/or Full Body Coordination
• Written Comprehension
• Information Ordering
• Mathematical Reasoning

Tools & Equipment

• Irrigation Systems
• Vehicles and Motorized Equipment
• Chemical Sprayers
• Computer
• Power/Hand Tools

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.