Technician I, Parks (Golf)

City of Fort Collins•Fort Collins, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This first-level operations technician performs skilled and semi-skilled golf course maintenance, repair, and construction to maintain safe, healthy, playable, and visually appealing course conditions. The role applies working knowledge of turfgrass management, horticulture, irrigation systems, equipment operation, and maintenance practices to maintain course grounds, operate and service equipment, troubleshoot routine irrigation and facility issues, and support agronomic practices and improvement projects. The work involves varied physical and technical tasks. The technician follows established procedures, recognizes maintenance needs, prioritizes assigned work, and resolves routine problems, referring complex issues to supervisory staff. The position works under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent and Golf Course Superintendent and collaborates with maintenance staff, golf operations, other City personnel, contractors, and the public to support efficient and reliable golf course operations. The schedule is flexible and may include early mornings, weekends, holidays, and adjusted hours based on seasonal and operational needs.

Requirements

Three years of related experience or education in golf course maintenance, parks maintenance, horticulture, landscaping, irrigation, grounds maintenance, or a closely related field.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain pesticide applicator licensing, DOT certification, and other job-related certifications within 12 months of hire.
Knowledge of turfgrass and horticultural maintenance practices for turf, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs, and other course features.
Knowledge of irrigation and water management, including the ability to inspect, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform routine repairs on irrigation systems and components.
Ability to safely operate golf course equipment, vehicles, and tools and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
Ability to perform routine maintenance, construction, and repair tasks involving course infrastructure, drainage, cart paths, and related facilities.
Ability to organize assigned tasks, follow procedures, recognize routine operational problems, and seek guidance when issues exceed established practices or authority.
Ability to follow safety and environmental requirements related to equipment operation, chemical handling, pesticide use, and general maintenance; identify hazards and take steps to prevent injury, damage, and environmental impacts.
Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers and coordinate assigned work to support team priorities.
Knowledge of integrated pest management and resource stewardship, including responsible use of water, fertilizers, pesticides, fuel, and other resources.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, holidays, and occasional adjusted hours based on seasonal and operational needs.

Responsibilities

Maintain greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, landscaped areas, and other course features.
Perform agronomic and horticultural tasks such as mowing, cultivation, fertilization, planting, pruning, and integrated pest management.
Install, inspect, maintain, and repair irrigation components; identify system deficiencies; and troubleshoot and adjust systems to support efficient water use.
Safely operate, inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance and repairs on golf course equipment, vehicles, and power tools.
Perform maintenance, repairs, and construction involving course infrastructure, drainage, cart paths, concrete, and other course features.
Support golf course renovation, construction, and improvement projects by preparing work areas, operating equipment, handling materials, and completing assigned tasks to specifications.
Perform seasonal maintenance, including course preparation, snow removal, and other weather-related work, and adjust work schedules as needed.
Follow safety procedures, equipment operating standards, and environmental requirements when handling materials and chemicals, operating equipment, and performing maintenance; identify and report hazards or unsafe conditions.
Coordinate assigned work with maintenance staff, supervisors, golf operations, contractors, and other City personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and eligible family members, beginning the first of the month following hire.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
One-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new full-time Classified and Unclassified Management hires.
Retirement plan with company contributions after a six-month probation period and immediate vesting.
Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and legal and financial assistance.
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Wellness program and workout facilities.
Employee and family onsite health clinic.
Learning and development opportunities and opportunities for career mobility.
Collaborative work environment.