Greenskeeper / Equipment Technician

Greenskeeper / Equipment Technician

Full time starting at $17.00-19.00 / hour DOE

Ibis Landing club is managed by Troon and has a strong commitment to our people, providing on-the-job training, a healthy culture, and opportunities for growth. We are seeking applicants interested in making Ibis Landing a world-class golf experience for our members and our guests while keeping our staff motivated and committed to making the customer experience and great one.

This position entails a dual role that supports the Agronomy Department. This dual role entails maintenance of the golf course as well as support tasks for the mechanical team supporting the equipment used for the maintenance of the golf grounds. The candidate will support both the Assistant Superintendent of Agronomy and the Equipment Manager.

Key competencies :

Initiative

Technically inclined

Flexibility

Multi-tasking

Sense of urgency

Must be able to work independently and be a strong problem-solver

What you will do :

• Complete assigned tasks within given time limits
• Drive a maintenance vehicle
• Drive a tractor
• Operate several different types of mowers
• Perform manual labor as needed such as :

Hand-watering areas without irrigation

• Rake bunkers
• Snow removal
• Assist with handling preventative maintenance, repairs, and setup of all equipment and licensed vehicles used by the crew at the ground's maintenance facility
• Inspect, replace / repair a wide variety of machinery used to keep the golf grounds in good condition.
• Assist in the maintenance of inventory of parts and supplies
• Assist with organizing maintenance records, parts manuals, and tools
• Keep the shop clean and orderly

Qualifications :

• No previous experience required
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to use technology such as smart phones, tablets, computers, web-based applications
• Fluent in the English language
• Must have a valid driver's license
• We are looking for individuals to join our team who want to share our values : to be professional, a team-player, genuine, attentive and forward-thinking

Full-time associate benefits :

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(K) matching
• Paid Time Off
• Pet Insurance

Why you will love us :

• On the job training
• Advancement opportunities
• Employee food discount
• Golf privileges

What you have the opportunity to learn :

• Learn how to operate different types of mowers
• Learn the proper use, cleaning and storage of equipment used by the ground's maintenance crew
• Learn how to grind and sharpen mower's reels and bed knives
• Learn to operate most equipment required for golf course maintenance
• Learn how to repair small engines
• Learn how to repair tractor engines (gas and diesel)
• Learn about Hydraulics, Welding, and Electronics