Equipment Operator 2

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 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. This role builds on foundational skills and includes responsibility for more technical course systems and advanced turf care while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Salary Range: Starting at $15.30 per hour based on experience

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

SCHEDULE

• Mon through Friday and every other Weekend
• All Holidays except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years

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

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS may include

• Complimentary employee meals provided Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
• Uniforms provided
• 401(k) with employer match and contributions
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance

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