Grounds Irrigation/Equipment Operator

Grounds Irrigation/Equipment Operator Seven Lakes Association, Inc. Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time $20 - $22 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Landscape maintenance Outdoor work Groundskeeping Irrigation maintenance Irrigation systems Sprinkler irrigation Backhoe operation

Full Job Description Summary:

Seven Lakes Golf & Tennis Community is an active, gated 55+ residential community located in Fort Myers, FL, consisting of 1,096 units and offering a vibrant and well-rounded lifestyle across beautifully maintained grounds. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, service-minded professionals to join our team and contribute to the outstanding experience our residents enjoy every day.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Troubleshoots irrigation problems and repairs all pipe leaks in the system. Maintains and/or replaces sprinkler heads as needed. Monitors irrigation requirements on condominium lawns and adjusts irrigation clocks accordingly. Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on all pump stations, clocks, and modular boxes. Reports equipment malfunctions and failures immediately to the Grounds Manager and/or to the Director of Golf Course Maintenance if needed. Operates equipment, backhoe, bobcat, and large trenching machines as per instructed by Grounds Manager and/or Director of Golf Course Maintenance. Installs new sections of irrigation system as directed by the Grounds Manager and/or Director of Golf Course Maintenance. Assists in training employees to operate equipment safely and efficiently. Assists in special projects, as necessary. Abides by all current stated policies and procedures. Other related duties as required or requested. Education /

Experience Irrigation Technician:

Mechanical aptitude preferred and have one (1) year prior grounds/maintenance experience with experience running multiple machines, including trencher, backhoe, and site equipment for grounds. Rainbird 2 Wire experience preferred, but not necessary.

Physical / Emotional

Demands Strenuous outdoor labor required year-round. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and be physically capable of shoveling, bending, stooping, lifting, etc., on a daily basis. Must safely and efficiently operate equipment such as trencher, backhoe, etc.

Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person