Grounds Laborer/Irrigation Technician

Position

Grounds Laborer/Irrigation Technician

Reports To

Assistant Superintendent

Supervises

No supervisory responsibilities.

Position Summary

The Grounds Laborer/Irrigation Technician assists with the daily maintenance and appearance of the golf course and surrounding grounds. This position also supports the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of the golf course irrigation system to promote efficient water use and healthy turf conditions.

Essential Functions

• Collects and properly disposes of debris from the golf course and surrounding grounds daily.
• Fills divots in fairways and other designated areas as directed.
• Assists with the planting, watering, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, flowers, and other landscaping.
• Digs trenches for the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation lines.
• Inspects the golf course irrigation system for leaks, damaged sprinkler heads, malfunctioning valves, and other operational issues.
• Assists with diagnosing and repairing irrigation pipes, sprinkler heads, valves, wiring, and related components.

• Adjusts, levels, cleans, and replaces sprinkler heads as needed.
• Operates irrigation controllers and assists with adjusting watering schedules as directed by the Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent.
• Monitors irrigated areas to identify dry spots, excessive watering, drainage problems, or other turf-related concerns.
• Performs routine irrigation system checks to promote proper coverage and efficient water usage.
• Maintains irrigation tools, equipment, parts, and supplies in a clean and organized condition.
• Documents completed irrigation repairs and reports unresolved system issues to the supervisor.
• Paints guardrails and performs other general maintenance duties as directed.
• Safely operates hand tools, power tools, utility vehicles, and grounds-maintenance equipment for which the employee has been trained.
• Follows all Club safety procedures and properly uses required personal protective equipment.
• Performs other related duties as requested by the Supervisor or Manager.

Interaction

Regularly communicates and works with Grounds Department employees and supervisors. May occasionally interact with Club members, guests, vendors, and contractors in a courteous and professional manner.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists other Grounds Department employees as needed.
• Responds promptly to irrigation leaks and other urgent maintenance issues.
• Protects Club property, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to inclement weather, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and direct sunlight.
• Regular exposure to dirt, dust, grass, fertilizers, chemicals, insects, equipment noise, and wet or uneven terrain.
• Work may be performed during early mornings, weekends, holidays, or outside regular business hours, depending on operational and irrigation needs.

Special Requirements

• Knowledge of golf course or landscape irrigation systems is preferred.
• Previous grounds-maintenance, landscaping, irrigation, or related experience is preferred.
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting abilities are preferred.
• Ability to learn the operation of irrigation controllers and related equipment.
• Ability to safely operate tools, equipment, and utility vehicles.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to report to work consistently, punctually, and prepared to perform assigned duties.
• Must demonstrate honesty, integrity, dependability, and good judgment.
• Must be courteous and tactful and treat members, guests, and co-workers with kindness and respect.
• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record may be required to operate Club vehicles.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work-environment characteristics described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly stands, walks, bends, stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, reaches, and performs physical work for extended periods.
• Occasionally climbs stairs or ladders, balances, drives, or remains seated for extended periods.
• Uses hands and fingers to handle, operate, and feel tools, equipment, parts, and controls.
• Reaches with hands and arms, including above shoulder level.
• Must have sufficient hearing and speaking ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, members, guests, vendors, and contractors.
• Must have sufficient close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision to read instructions, operate equipment, inspect irrigation components, and safely navigate the golf course.
• Frequently lifts and carries objects weighing 30 to 40 pounds.
• Must occasionally be able to push, pull, or move objects weighing up to 100 pounds, with assistance or appropriate equipment when necessary.
• Must be independently mobile throughout the golf course, maintenance facility, and surrounding Club grounds.