About the Role
Join the Agronomy team at one of the largest, most beautiful, and top private country clubs in North America, Desert Mountain Club, as an Irrigation Technician! Desert Mountain Club consists of Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course). We offer terrific benefits like Health Insurance, FREE onsite medical clinic for all employees & their dependents, 401k match, Free employee meals during shifts, Tuition reimbursement, and so much more! In this role, you will assist in maintaining, repairing, and monitoring all facets of the irrigation system including pumps, piping, valves, heads, PRV’s, and suction screens, and perform related work as required. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a great attitude and strong work ethic. At least one year of experience in golf course maintenance and familiarity with basic irrigation practices are preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is also preferred. BENEFITS Join a top 10, 5-Star Platinum Club of America and be a part of an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience PLUS enjoy excellent benefits: Competitive pay Time Off - PTO and Sick Pay Annual Education Scholarship Professional Development Scholarship Tuition Reimbursement Medical, dental, and vision coverage Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents FREE employee meals during shifts FREE golf and tennis Rosetta Stone Matching Retirement 401K Plan Retail discounts Pet insurance Employee uniforms provided *Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal). We believe our teammates are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of care, respect, and positivity with a sincere focus on the safety, health, and professional growth of every teammate. If you’re looking to join an incredible team, then Desert Mountain is the place for you! JOB DETAILS Responsibilities Assist Manager or Irrigation Technician II in maintaining and performing repairs on complex irrigation (automatic) systems. Hand waters golf course as directed by supervisors. Perform technical tasks and manual labor involved in maintaining and repairing golf course irrigation systems. Operate and maintain pumping equipment. Read water flow meters. Repair broken pipe and swing joints. Perform preventive maintenance on Cla-valves, PRV screens (including pressure settings). Change head spacing for more effective water distribution. Raise or lower irrigation heads as required. Monitor and reset angle of spray on part-circle heads so that only turf is irrigated. Maintain drainage systems and equipment. Other duties as assigned by supervisors and management. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Required to stand and walk – Frequently Required to lift and/or push and/or pull up to 80 pounds – Occasionally Ability to drive a motor vehicle – Frequently Required to work in an outdoor working environment – Constantly Exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather – Regularly Required to work in trenches to repair pipes in uncomfortable positions and confined spaces - Regularly Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OUR COMPANY Desert Mountain Club is one of the finest private residential communities in the world featuring world-class golf, indulgent amenities, and curated experiences. It is a private country club open to on and offsite property residents located in the elevated foothills of the beautiful Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale, Arizona. The club spans across 8,000 acres featuring: Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course) Seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant plus banquets An award-winning spa and fitness center Spectacular swim and tennis facility Dozens of hiking and biking trails