Equipment Operator II

TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm is a private par-70, 7,107-yard championship golf course located in Potomac MD, just under 20 miles from the White House.  The Club has hosted over 20 championships for the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions and the Korn Ferry Tour since opening in 1986.  Following an historic renovation by PGA TOUR Design Services in 2008, TPC Potomac has earned a reputation as a formidable test for the world’s best players.

The Equipment Operator II has been specifically trained to operate specialized equipment and/or to perform specific tasks relative to the maintenance of the golf course grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Must have 6 months experience as an Equipment Operator I or at least one year of experience in golf course operations or similar position
• Education in turfgrass management, or related field, may be substituted for work experience requirement

 

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Perform all duties and/or tasks relative to the Equipment Operator I position
• Maintain logs for the operation, maintenance, and gas usage of each machine
• Perform daily tasks necessary to keep the maintenance facility clean, organized, and safe 
• Clean machinery after each use
• Inspect all machines and report any deficiencies to the Equipment Technician
• Perform other functions and routine golf course maintenance activities as directed by the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations, Assistant Golf Course Superintendent I or Assistant Golf Course Superintendent II
• Be thoroughly trained for the procedures at each task prior to performing task
• Follow the guidelines in the Golf Course Maintenance Operations Manual for each specific task
• Perform specific tasks related to the Operator I and II training including the following:
• Tri-plex mow tees   
• Tri-plex mow approaches
• Tri-plex mow fairway collar
• Tri-plex mow rough
• Aerify greens and tees
• Spike greens
• Vertical mow greens and tees
• Mechanical top dress greens and tees
• Operate sod cutter
• Mechanical bunker raking
• Drainage Installation and repair
• 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

• Pay and Benefits:

• Our benefits may include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Wellness Reward Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Complimentary employee meals
• Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments
• Tuition Assistance
• Playing privileges and employee discounts
• Pay Range: $18.00-$21 per Hour

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 has no direct supervisory responsibilities