Agronomist - Shangri La Resort + Golf Club

Shangri-La • Bernice, OK

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Agronomist assists with golf course maintenance at Shangri La Resort + Golf Club. Under the direct supervision of the Golf Course Agronomist, the role supports crew management, fertilizer and spray applications, irrigation management, daily maintenance, and special projects. The position also involves equipment operation and maintenance, employee management, and providing professional guest service. Work is generally performed outdoors in varied weather conditions, and may involve early mornings, weekends or holidays, extended hours, and irregular shifts.

Requirements

• Knowledge of golf course maintenance operations and guest services.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate outstanding guest service and serve customers in a professional manner and appearance.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a stressful, busy environment.
• A degree or certificate from a two-year or four-year program, or current enrollment in such a program.
• Two years of experience; internships count.
• Familiarity with the game of golf.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; use hands to handle or feel; reach; and talk or hear.
• Ability to move up to 100 pounds and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Physical stamina and the mental fortitude to work under pressure, at a fast pace, and while handling multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, instructing, training, and directing the crew in golf course maintenance procedures and job responsibilities.
• Check work processes throughout the day.
• Oversee chemical and fertilizer applications and assist as necessary.
• Use handheld power equipment, including weed eaters, backpack blowers, hand edgers, hedge trimmers, and chainsaws.
• Perform manual labor such as shoveling, pruning, sod work, raking, and bunker maintenance.
• Operate golf course equipment.
• Direct and participate in maintenance of trees, golf tees, greens, fairways, bunkers, cart paths, and rough.
• Supervise maintenance and repair of motorized and other mechanical equipment.
• Manage employees.
• Deliver exceptional guest service and demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and respect toward guests and associates.
• Follow established work procedures, policies, safety and security policies, chemical-handling practices, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain punctuality and reliable attendance, adapt positively to workplace changes, and proactively address problems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree