Golf Course Irrigation Technician

Summary  

The Irrigation Technician, under the supervision of the golf course superintendent and/or the assistant is responsible for the programming, operation and maintenance of the golf course irrigation system(s). The Irrigation Technician is required to report any irregularities in course turf quality to the superintendent or assistant superintendent.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day to day maintenance and normal operation of the irrigation system, and pump stations throughout the golf course property. 
• Monitor irrigation system and make repairs as needed.
• Assist in overseeing projects relating to landscape and golf course irrigation.
• Reports any irregularities in turf quality to the superintendent and/or assistant superintendent.
• Assist in prioritizing the day to day irrigation tasks on the golf course.
• Assist in daily operations such as mowing greens, aprons, fairways, roughs, tees, and other areas if needed and any other golf course duties, in case needed on the Golf Course.
• Assist during cultivation practices such as areation, verticutting, spiking, operation of spray equipment and spreaders.
• Operates portable pumps, and operates other equipment as directed.
• Manage daily water cycles through central control system.
• Completes requests for irrigation and course parts and supplies.
• Operates irrigation heads in dry areas needing additional water.
• Maintain and update water usage logs on a daily basis.
• Performs other duties as directed by his or her supervisor.
• Must be physically present to work a regular, reliable, and predictable work schedule in accordance with business demands, and maintain a consistent and regular attendance record.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities, tasks, or duties as requested. 

Education / Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age, or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, preferred. 
• Must have minimum of  two(2) years of experience in previous maintenance of irrigation  systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls and drainage control methods.
• Prior knowledge and understanding of the Toro Lynx Central Command Irrigation System, satellites and sprinkler heads. 
• Any combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule irrigation repairs as needed.
• Must have previous experience in troubleshooting low voltage electrical (irrigation wiring).
• Working knowledge of basic electricity and hydraulics related to an irrigation system, including automatic valves and controllers, and working knowledge of various types of pumps and pumping systems.
• Must have complete knowledge of safe, efficient mechanical operation of tractors, mowers, or other motorized equipment in golf course operations or related field. 
• Must have ability to work hands on with the crew as needed in day to day operations.
• Physical strength, stamina, and agility to perform required tasks. 
• Ability to give and follow oral and written directions. 
• Ability and willingness to work early mornings and alternate weekend mornings.
• Must be able to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States of America
• Able to effectively communicate. 
• Ability to drive a manual transmission, preferred.

Certificates, licenses and registration

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Soboba Tribal Gaming Commission license. 
• Required to submit to and obtain negative results on all drug and/or alcohol testing.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and clean driving record (less than 3 points)

Soboba Casino Resort Benefits

Full-time team members are eligible to participate in a variety of group health and wellness benefits upon timely submission of appropriate enrollment forms. Coverage effective dates vary by plan and additional information will be provided to you during New Hire Orientation. Benefit offerings may change from time-to-time, but presently, Soboba Casino resort offers the following:   

• 401k Plan   
• Basic Life Insurance (employer paid) with the option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance
• Medical available to employees at a significantly reduced cost. Dental & Vision paid for the employee   
• Employee Assistance Program   
• Wellness Program (Annual Health Fair, Wellness Education, and Incentive Programs)  
• Paid Time Off   

Soboba Casino Resort Team Member Recognition including, but not limited to:

• Reward and Recognition Program (Quarterly, and Annually)   
• Team member Incentives   
• Discounted Team member meal