Operator 2, Golf Maintenance

J.F. Shea • Peoria, AZ

34d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Trilogy at Vistancia is comprised of three feature club experiences, the golf club, the original community centerpiece, Kiva Club, and the recently introduced Mita Club. The golf course, the feature restaurant, V's Taproom, the full-service Alvea Spa, and the events & weddings venue are all available to the public. The Operator 2 is a mid-level position on the Golf Course Maintenance Team, responsible for grooming the golf course. This position reports to the Assistant Superintendent, but also takes direction from the Superintendent, First Assistant Superintendent, Second Assistant Superintendent, and the Crew Foreman.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years' year golf maintenance experience preferred.
• Has a basic understanding of the game of golf and understands the importance of minimal distraction to players while performing the job tasks to create optimal playing conditions.
• Document knowledge of golf maintenance with references and work history.
• Demonstrate an understanding of proper bunker maintenance, pruning and landscape maintenance, and general golf course maintenance preparation work with little supervision.
• Demonstrate knowledge of proper equipment operation, including clean up.
• Demonstrate mastery of all duties and tools used by an Operator 1, such as mechanical rakes, reel and rotary walk mowers, hover mower, hedge trimmers, line trimmers, hand and turbine blowers, weed eaters, hand rakes and mechanical bunker rakes, and other hand tools (loppers, pruners, rakes, shovels, etc.), as well as ability to operate riding machine equipment, such as triplex units, small and large rough machines, fairway machines, approach machines, and rollers.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports, plans, labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and regulatory documents.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate positively and effectively with team members and supervisors about job tasks and responsibilities.Contribute to a productive work environment by maintaining a good attitude with coworkers and the public.
• Must be willing to accept responsibility for tasks, actions, and decisions; ability to make good decisions based on sound judgement.
• Must be able to consistently achieve high work standards; attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness a must.
• This position requires a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekend.
• Valid driver's license may be required to operate some vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for bunker raking, green and tee mowing, and hand mowing, in addition to operating riding machine equipment, including triplex units, small and large rough machines, fairway machines, approach machines, and rollers.
• Follow directions and perform tasks given under the supervision of the Foreman and Superintendents; willingness to be coached to increase knowledge within the position.
• Work in a safe manner and use all personal protective equipment (safety gear) assigned.
• Be aware of safety requirements and report unsafe conditions or accidents to supervisor.
• Communicate daily with supervisors to report challenges about work tasks, concerns about the golf course, or maintenance suggestions to improve efficiency.
• Perform daily vehicle refueling and reloading of materials.
• Maintain and clean all equipment daily and report equipment issues to mechanic or supervisor.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Benefits

• New hourly full-time team members working 30 hours or more per week, will be eligible for the Company medical, dental and life insurance plans the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment.
• Full-Time team members are eligible to accrue Paid Time Off ("PTO") in accordance with the Company policy at a rate of 120 hours per year.
• Full-Time team members are eligible for 7 paid holidays annually.
• Part-Time team members are eligible to accrue Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state guidelines.
• All team members 21 years and older are eligible to participate in the J.F. Shea Co., Inc. 401(k) plan after completion of 30 days of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees