Greenskeeper/ Equipment Technician

Troon•Lansdowne, VA

1d•$18

About The Position

GREENSKEEPER / EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN Full -time salaried position starting at $18.00 / hour WHO WE ARE The Golf Club At Lansdowne is part of the Lansdowne Resort located in Leesburg Virginia. The Lansdowne Resort opened in 1991 as a resort with one golf course for locals who wanted a short getaway from Washington DC. In 2005, the property went through a major expansion and renovation to add: 27 more holes of championship golf, full-service club house with restaurant and retail facilities, 2 outdoor pools, event spaces, and new spa. Today, Lansdowne Resort is owned by Dejia, LLC. The resort is a sanctuary of approachable sophistication where you can feel at ease and inspired by the destination and pay homage to our heritage in the Potomac River Valley. The Golf Club At Lansdowne 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 The Golf Club At Lansdowne 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. JOB DESCRIPTION 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

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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