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Irrigation Technician
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$32,342 / year median in Alabama
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title:
Irrigation Technician Location:
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail atCambrian Ridge Website:
www.rtjgolf.com/cambrianridgeOverview :
Known by avid golfers as one of the most beautiful and challenging stops on the Trail, Cambrian Ridge in Greenville lies just 40 miles from Montgomery. Since being named by Golf Digest as the third best new public course in America in 1994, Cambrian Ridge has not rested on its laurels. 2016 saw the culmination of a three-year total renovation of the original 27 championship holes set upon the most spectacular setting for golf in the state of Alabama. The Loblolly and Sherling nines were completed in 2013 and 2014. The Canyon nine redesign and reconstruction were completed in 2016. The greens have been redesigned to accommodate the higher greens speeds associated with our installation of the latest generation of Ultradwarf Bermuda grass.Experience Required:
Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Essential Responsibilities :
Make repairs and install irrigation as needed. Check irrigation system daily for leaks, dry areas and normal operation. Maintain the mechanical and electrical components of the irrigation system and pump station. Assist with maintaining inventory. Assist with maintaining water, pump station, liquid fertilizer usage logs and records. Assist with irrigation schedules and computer programming. Monitor water levels on all lakes. Assist with preventative maintenance of designated system. Monitor watering during the over seeding process and fertilizer applications on the course. Perform preventative maintenance and curative maintenance on pump stations. Operate main pumps and pump controllers. Required to work overtime, on-call, and weekends as needed or scheduled.Benefits:
Competitive benefit package includes: Health Insurance Other optional insurance includes dental, vision, accident, disability and life 401K plan (after 1-year) with matching Paid time off Employee discounts on golf, merchandise, food & beverage and hotelsJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.00 - $22.00 per hourWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance