Location: Santa Fe,NM, USA
Marty Sanchez Links de Santa Fe is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Irrigation Technician. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service.
Key Responsibilities of the Irrigation Technician:
* Performs preventative maintenance on the irrigation system including the lake re-circulation system and water features.
* Determines wet and dry areas for adjustments of sprinkler heads.
* Properly inventories and stocks all irrigation parts and tools in order to minimize down time.
* Maintains working knowledge of pump station maintenance requirements
* Operates, maintains and repairs a complex irrigation system, including leaks on the distribution lines, valve risers, electrical system, computer and irrigation control wire.
* Reports any serious irrigation breaks immediately to the Head Irrigation Technician or Superintendent and maintains a daily log of completed repairs.
* Prioritizes irrigation breaks and uses time efficiently.
* Conducts monthly checks of all sprinkler heads on the entire golf facility.
* Routinely inspects irrigation system components to ensure system is operating properly.
* Responsible for winterization and blowout of irrigation system, including all water lines, valves and pump stations.
* Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
* Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications for the Irrigation Technician:
* High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Certificate from college or technical school is preferred; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.
* Must have a valid driver's license.
Other Qualifications:
* Prior golf course maintenance and irrigation experience is a major plus.
* Knowledge of the theory, care and operation of pumping stations and control systems. Electrical diagnostics and central operations ability will be necessary.
* Regular and reliable attendance.