Irrigation Foreman

TPC Southwind is a private par-70, 7,244-yard layout located in the gated community of Southwind in Southeast Memphis, Tennessee.

TPC Southwind is home of the FedEx St. Jude Championship. TPC Southwind houses a modern-style, 34,000 square-foot clubhouse featuring rich wood furnishings and creates an inviting backdrop for socializing, private events, or corporate entertainment.

The Irrigation Foreman's primary responsibility is to maintain the golf course irrigation system in proper working condition.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• Previous experience as an Irrigation Technician IV or at least four years similar experience in irrigation or plumbing
• Advanced knowledge of irrigation systems function and repair including pipes, fittings, valves, mainline, controllers and computer programs as would normally be acquired through one to two years’ experience
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Working knowledge of golf course operations and practices necessary

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Perform all duties and / or tasks relative to the Irrigation Technician, I, II, III and IV positions
• Maintain the mechanical and electrical components of the irrigation system and pump station
• Attend manufacturer schools and seminars to keep current on recent technologies
• Establish and perform preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, and controllers
• Repair and install all irrigation equipment
• Train and supervise Irrigation Technicians, I, II, III and IV
• Assist Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations in developing annual operating budget for irrigation maintenance
• Perform all functions within the departmental operating budget
• Establish and maintain appropriate inventory levels and records
• Communicate on a regular basis via a two-way radio system
• Ensures cleanliness of golf course equipment, maintenance facility and grounds
• Required to wear personal protective clothing and / or use protective equipment to comply with established safety operating standards
• Special projects or other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a variety of outdoor weather conditions. Position is very active and requires lifting, pulling or pushing up to or over 50 pounds, moving and / or lift items with awkward weights.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position

Work Schedule Expectations

This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position is a team lead
30+ days ago