SP - Grounds Maintenance Operator I

Golf Course Maintenance Operator I

Excellent Service is at the heart of what we do here at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club. Our team knows our associates are our best asset, and we treat our associates as we do our members: with kindness, humility and respect. Spanish Peaks is a private community situated on 3,500 acres nestled at 7,700 feet in stunning Big Sky, Montana. We are about 50 miles away from Bozeman, Belgrade, and West Yellowstone, Montana.

*Employee housing available upon request. Rent and Deposit Required*

JOB OVERVIEW

The Golf Course Maintenance Operator 1 will be under the direction of the assistant superintendents, operates all types of equipment, and does related work as needed for the golf course maintenance department. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:* Operates various mowers, string trimmers, aerifiers, and other important types of equipment. Operates all equipment authorized by supervisor when needed. * Utilizes loaders and tractors to haul or remove material directed by supervisor. * Operates tractors with implements attached. * Maintains fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment on a daily basis. Reports equipment problems or failure to the equipment manager immediately. * Returns all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility, and takes responsibility for cleaning any equipment he/she has used. * Assists in project work such as drainage, sod laying, preparing base soil, and any other projects that may arise through the season. * May be asked to change pins and move tee markers within our course set up program * May be asked to help with chemical and fertilizer applications under the supervision of the Chemical Technician. * Applies sand with topdressors to greens, tees and fairways * Participates in our handwatering program, knows how to tap into irrigation heads * Assists in the daily safety meetings with supervisors and managers. * Maintains effective communication and cooperation with all othe...