Irrigation Technician
Full-time
Lake Nona Management Company
Title: Irrigation Technician
Immediate Supervisor: Golf Course Superintendent
Hours:
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
General Summary: Summary
Essential Job Functions:
- Designs, implements and maintains mechanical and electrical components of complex irrigation systems.
- Installs and maintains underground pipe.
- Operates trench digger and crawler-type tractor.
- Maintains records of daily activities and expenses.
- Assists Golf Course Superintendent with preventative maintenance of designated systems.
- Assists Golf Course Superintendent in maintaining parts inventory.
- Makes all irrigation orders after Golf Course Superintendent’s approval.
- Repairs irrigation system defects.
- Performs preventative maintenance and curative maintenance on all equipment associated with irrigation.
- Maintains complete records on all equipment maintenance associated with irrigation.
- Trains and supervises staff assigned to irrigation responsibilities.
- Controls expenses associated with irrigation equipment and activities.
- Maintains inventory of parts needed for irrigation equipment.
- Irrigates all grounds as needed
- Performs all other duties as required.
Experience Requirements
Education, experience and skills required:
- Knowledge of the principles of electric, hydraulic, pipe and fittings, and pump stations.
- Knowledge of basic record keeping.
- Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Special Requirements
Essential physical requirements:
- This position includes (long periods of) climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling and repetitive motions.
· Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Must be able to navigate through rough and uneven terrain.
· Must be able to work in hot conditions for long periods of time.
- Must have ability to work in hot and muggy conditions on continuous basis.
- Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions.
· Must be physically able to do assigned work as outlined above.
· Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Date Job is Available
Salary
$15 to $18 per hour
Overtime: No
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