• Regulates maintains and repairs prevailing Rainbird irrigation system to ensure adequate moisture for turf.
• Mowing, Set up, Blowing, mechanic help, basic golf course needs/ help.
• GTL help on the development.
• May provide functional and technical direction to other grounds staff about irrigation systems design, installation, and maintenance.
• Replaces hardware as needed for Rainbird / toro system (e.g., wires, valves, etc.)
• Regulates special and/or heavy equipment and vehicles to perform the duties of an irrigation specialist and equipment operator. May be required to operate a backhoe.
• Conducts duties of a Groundskeeper II position.
• Installs and maintains all irrigation backflow devices.
• Helps with superintendent to plan and complete landscape projects at multiple sites.
• Commands irrigation supplies, spare parts, and equipment as authorized and takes deliveries on or off campus. Collects quotes for services from outside contractors as requested.
• Conducts specialized tasks during adverse weather conditions and golf course closures. In the event of unplanned closures due to weather circumstances and/or other circumstances, serves as “essential personnel” for reopening the course.
• Samples the soil and vegetation to determine irrigation needs.
• Maps out areas for irrigation installation.
• Digs trenches and installs pipes and lines.
• Installs and pumps electrical timers.
• Samples the irrigation system with the aid of computer software.
• Performs routine maintenance checks.
• Troubleshoots and restores faulty parts.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• 1 year of golf job experience is required
• Ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment.
• Working knowledge of basic electricity and hydraulics related to an irrigation system, including automatic valves and controllers and various types of pumps and pumping systems.
• Knowledge of agronomy, turf grass science and the rules of golf
• Ability to work carefully and ensure co-workers are working in safety
• Possess leadership qualities
• Must have willingness to learn
• Must be driven and possess strong work ethic
• Must be dependable
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Peyton, CO 80831: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person