Irrigation Tech at BallenIsles Country Club | GolfHires
Irrigation Tech
BallenIsles Country Club · Midland, MI
full timePosted Today
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About the Role
About the position
Currie Golf Courses is seeking a dedicated and detail‑oriented Seasonal\nFull‑Time Irrigation Technician to join our grounds team. This role is essential\nin supporting the maintenance and performance of the golf course irrigation\nsystems, ensuring optimal turf health and course playability throughout the\nseason.\n\nOverview\nThe Irrigation Technician reports directly to the golf course superintendent and\nassistant golf course superintendent. Responsibilities include equipment\noperation, irrigation repair and operation, crew supervision and inspecting golf\ncourse conditions.
Responsibilities
Handles day to day maintenance on irrigation system, course watering, repairAssists in cultural practices: spiking top dressing, aerificationBrush, tree removal, fertilizer applicationsAnswer to Foreman, Asst. Superintendent for small course project teams, irrigation repair, rough mowing, irrigation wateringWork every other weekend for 4 hours, including holidaysWhen need assist in course mowing greens, tees, fairways, roughMay be involved in driving tractors to preform various tasks, projectsRequirements
Must possess a valid driver’s licenseAbility to operate trucks and light motorized equipment.Working knowledge of basic electricity and hydraulics related to an irrigation system, including automatic valves and controllers and various types of pumps and pumping systems.Knowledge of agronomy, turf grass science and the rules of golfAbility to work carefully and ensure co-workers are working in safetyPossess leadership qualitiesMust have willingness to learnMust be driven and possess strong work ethicMust be dependableAbility to understand and follow oral instructionsNice-to-haves
Working knowledge of small engine operation and repair, helpful but not required