Irrigation Technician - Golf

Bass Pro Shops

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About The Position

Big Cedar is looking for a full-time Irrigation Technician to work on our Paynes Valley Golf Course. Qualified candidates will work in a team environment and be highly focused on providing superior service. This position is a key member of the Golf Course Agronomy Team and will be responsible for operating, adjusting, repairing and providing preventative maintenance to all aspects of a golf course irrigation system.

Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Technical understanding of low voltage electrical systems.
• Must be organized, safety conscious, excel in time management skills, and work with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Must be able to multi-task, solve problems, and prioritize well.
• Being capable of working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to variable and adverse weather conditions
• A strong work ethic with a desire to learn, improve, and lead by example
• Knowledge and experience with product applications
• Ability to do basic math and understand calculations
• Comprehension and ability to discern information from product labels
• Calibration experience and understanding preferred
• Regularly walks, stands, and lifts up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally sits and does computer work.

Nice To Haves

• A 2-4/yr turf degree or certificate is preferred but not required.
• Rainbird Certificate preferred but not required. (Company will assist in training and education to candidate for proper certification of Cirrus Pro)
• Familiarity with Rainbird Cirrus Pro 2 a plus
• Prior golf course maintenance and irrigation experience is a major plus

Responsibilities

• Work with and report to the Assistant Superintendents on identifying irrigation issues
• Repair irrigation heads in a timely manner
• Performs weekly preventive maintenance on the irrigation system including the pumphouses and transfer pump.
• Assist with setting/adjusting watering programs
• Properly inventory and stock all irrigation parts and tools to minimize down time.
• Reports and prioritizes any irrigation breaks immediately to the Assistant Superintendents or Superintendent and maintains a daily log of completed repairs.
• Conducts monthly audit of all sprinkler heads on the entire golf facility.
• Routinely inspects irrigation system components to ensure the system is operating properly.
• Responsible for winterization and blowout of irrigation system, including all water lines, valves and pump stations
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Responsible for keeping all drain inlets and valve boxes free of debris and overgrowth
• Performs other duties as required, such as helping with granular applications on greens and operating mowers

Benefits

• Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED