Irrigation Specialist

RECREATION CENTERS OF SUN CITY WEST INC•Sun City West, AZ

10d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

To maintain and repair the automatic irrigation system for the golf course; and to assist the Golf Maintenance Superintendent in various tasks of maintenance and repair. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.) Make rounds of the golf course every morning to determine watering needs for the day and check for broken lines, heads, etc.; take water meter reading. Check the computer daily for water settings and change the settings as needed. Check pump and well pump; ensure that well pump keeps the lake(s) full. Make printout of watering for troubleshooting purposes and plan repairs to improve the water systems. Order necessary parts for repairs; perform a variety of repairs including broken lines, sprinkler heads, leaking valves, and broken wires; raise or lower sprinkler heads and valve boxes; report repairs to Golf Maintenance Superintendent and/or Assistant Superintendent. Turn valves on manually to check sprinklers and drip system. Do daily on-site check of water system and rain gauge to adjust water needs. Assist with the application of fertilizers. Have the ability to perform all phases of golf maintenance and assist in the daily operations when needed. Must be able to work weekends and overtime on short notice. Maintains a consistent record of acceptable attendance and punctuality according to policy guidelines. Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work, solving any irrigation problems. Supervise crew when assigned to irrigation projects. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Sufficient Training and education to demonstrate possession of required knowledge, skills and qualifications are required. High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and two years of increasingly responsible golf course irrigation experience, including one year of experience in plumbing or electrical, and/or training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in the operations of an automated irrigation system, particularly Cirrus/Toro; backhoe, trencher, and other irrigation equipment, Knowledge of electrical and plumbing procedures. Experience with the application procedures and regulations governing fertilizers and pesticides.

Requirements

Sufficient Training and education to demonstrate possession of required knowledge, skills and qualifications are required.
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and two years of increasingly responsible golf course irrigation experience, including one year of experience in plumbing or electrical, and/or training.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in the operations of an automated irrigation system, particularly Cirrus/Toro; backhoe, trencher, and other irrigation equipment,
Knowledge of electrical and plumbing procedures.
Experience with the application procedures and regulations governing fertilizers and pesticides.
Valid Arizona driver's license and good driving record for insurance purposes.
Possession or ability to obtain a Department of Agriculture Applicator license within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Make rounds of the golf course every morning to determine watering needs for the day and check for broken lines, heads, etc.; take water meter reading.
Check the computer daily for water settings and change the settings as needed.
Check pump and well pump; ensure that well pump keeps the lake(s) full.
Make printout of watering for troubleshooting purposes and plan repairs to improve the water systems.
Order necessary parts for repairs; perform a variety of repairs including broken lines, sprinkler heads, leaking valves, and broken wires; raise or lower sprinkler heads and valve boxes; report repairs to Golf Maintenance Superintendent and/or Assistant Superintendent.
Turn valves on manually to check sprinklers and drip system.
Do daily on-site check of water system and rain gauge to adjust water needs.
Assist with the application of fertilizers.
Have the ability to perform all phases of golf maintenance and assist in the daily operations when needed.
Must be able to work weekends and overtime on short notice.
Maintains a consistent record of acceptable attendance and punctuality according to policy guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work, solving any irrigation problems.
Supervise crew when assigned to irrigation projects.