Irrigation Technician

GATE HR • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is seeking an Irrigation Technician to support the Horticulture Department. Reporting to the Director of Horticulture, the role monitors landscape health, identifies and treats ornamental pests, weeds, insects, and plant diseases through proper chemical applications, and assists with maintaining the appearance of resort grounds. The technician helps protect and enhance the property's landscape assets through safe chemical handling, accurate recordkeeping, equipment operation, and proactive grounds monitoring.

The position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions and maintaining a flexible schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and split shifts. The role involves operating chemical application and landscape maintenance equipment, applying chemicals and fertilizers in accordance with safety guidelines and manufacturer recommendations, and maintaining chemical storage areas and application records. The technician also monitors, identifies, maps, documents, and treats horticultural concerns across the resort grounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English sufficiently to communicate effectively with guests, members, clients, and team members.
• Experience working with chemical applications, pesticides, and fertilizers.
• Valid driver's license.
• Basic understanding of landscape and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Experience calibrating, operating, and maintaining agricultural or chemical application equipment.
• Knowledge of ornamental pest identification and treatment methods.
• Ability to safely handle, store, and apply chemicals.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to drive motor vehicles and operate grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds for extended periods.
• Ability to walk extensive distances throughout the property while carrying application equipment.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and related materials.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and varied schedules.

Nice To Haves

• State of Florida Turf and Ornamental Spray License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a flexible work schedule, including weekends, holidays, and split shifts as needed.
• Report to work on time and comply with proper uniform standards.
• Attend required training sessions, safety courses, departmental meetings, and company meetings.
• Promote a safe work environment by identifying, reporting, and following up on safety hazards.
• Operate grounds chemical application equipment and follow equipment safety procedures.
• Apply chemicals, fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides according to safety guidelines and manufacturer recommendations.
• Follow Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS) procedures and chemical handling protocols.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of landscape chemicals and their appropriate applications.
• Keep chemical and fertilizer storage areas safe, organized, and compliant.
• Maintain accurate daily records of chemical usage, quantities applied, equipment used, and weather conditions.
• Monitor resort grounds for pests, weeds, disease, and other landscape concerns.
• Identify, map, document, and treat landscape pests and other horticultural issues.
• Perform grounds maintenance and operate landscape maintenance equipment as assigned.
• Complete additional duties assigned by the Director of Horticulture.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage for eligible team members.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible scheduling opportunities.
• Complimentary parking and employee dining café.
• Five-Diamond service training and professional development opportunities.
• Certifications and continuing education opportunities.
• Complimentary uniform dry-cleaning services.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities throughout Gate Hospitality Group.
• Preferred lodging rates.
• Discounted golf and select recreational amenities.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

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