Irrigation Technician
Full-time
Bayou District Foundation (BDF), a New Orleans, LA based 501c3 nonprofit seeks an Irrigation Technician for the 36-hole City Park Golf Facility. City Park golf has been in existence since 1902. Restored and reestablished in 2017, the South Course features 18 holes of championship golf in New Orleans City Park.
The position is resposible for:
- Repairing broken pipes, leaking fittings, weeping sprinklers, non-operating sprinklers and controller or wiring issues. Routine work includes trouble shooting the system as necessary, as well.
- When immediate issues do not have to be addressed, the technician will level sprinklers and set them to grade, check sprinkler arcs and nozzles and perfrom audits to improve irrigation scheduling. The technician will also be responsible for preventive maintenance, such cleaning out controllers, keeping irrigation room clean and organized, and replacing valve boxes and covers as needed.
Educational Requirements
Highschool Diploma or Equivalent
Experience Requirements
- Prior golf course irrigation experience
- Will consider non-golf irrigation experience if skillset is strong
- Self motivating, reliable, exceptional communication skills, incorporates safe work practices
- Strong attention to detail, passion for excellence and a great attitude
Job Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Life and Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Discounted employee meals
- Playing priviliges
- Employee discounts
To help ensure our employee's safety, we conduct background checks and are a drug-free workplace. EOE
Date Job is Available
Salary
$18 to $20 per hour
Overtime: No
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