Operator 2

Description

Operator II is a full-time, non-exempt employee of The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands and reports to the Grounds Supervisor and works in partnership with other Trust employees. Operator II is a mid-level, experienced operator who assists in training entry-level operators and provides insight and guidance pertaining to duties assigned. Operator II is directed on various grounds and golf course projects and has the training and knowledge to work with most equipment and tools used in golf course maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Work Location & Schedule: Onsite, weekday and weekend shifts.

· Possesses the knowledge and ability to perform duties assigned to Operator I and Gardener I & II positions such as: bunker raking, green and tee mowing, hand mowing and lake maintenance. 

· Operates ride on machine equipment including triplex units, small and large rough mower machines, fairway mower machines, approach mower machines, rolling equipment, and woodchipper.

· Operates small equipment such as weed eaters, blowers, push mowers and edgers.

· Operates small trimming saws used for pruning shrubs, installation of sod, and flowers.

· Assists in golf course and grounds construction and upkeep of irrigations systems.

· Performs specialized landscaping and planting projects, as needed.

· Assists with all other general golf and grounds maintenance needs.

· Performs daily vehicle refueling and reloading of materials.

· Informs the Ground Supervisor of parts, supplies or equipment needed.

· Makes trips to various locations occasionally and as necessary for the procurement of materials and supplies.

· Inspects equipment daily for better performance and durability.

· Reports defective equipment, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to Supervisor.

· Completes safety training & certifications and adheres to safety policy.

· Works in a safe manner and uses all personal protective equipment (safety gear) assigned.

Requirements

SKILLS NEEDED:

· Excellent presentation skills and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management.

· Ability to work independently and in a team.

· Ability to lead by example by taking a proactive position to all issues concerning golf course maintenance and the Operator Team.

· Ability to move heavy objects.

· Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

· High School education or GED.

· Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in turf grass maintenance and/or related operations.

· Proficient, working knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in golf course maintenance. 

· Proficient, working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive equipment.

· Proficient, working knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of equipment. 

· Proficient knowledge of landscaping to improve golf course design and to recognize the need for proper pruning, planting, spraying, and related care; knowledge of soils and turf; knowledge of fertilizers and chemicals used in golf course maintenance.

· Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the profession.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 

While performing the duties of this position, the individual is regularly required to stand and walk for periods of up to eight (8) hours per day with scheduled breaks. The individual must have the physical ability to perform life saving techniques, CPR and First Aid and the ability to utilize emergency equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the individual may be required to stand, walk, read, hear, talk, balance, climb, use hands, use fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push or pull. The individual may be required to move or lift objects weighing up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. While performing duties in this position, the employee will work outdoors and may be exposed to wet and/or hot conditions, moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, sharp objects, extreme heat and/or open flame. The noise environment in the work environment is usually moderate. The individual must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. The individual must be able to operate a golf cart.