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Posted: 05-Jan-25
Location: West Vancouver , British Columbia, Canada
Type: Full Time
Salary: $27.56
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Position Overview:
Capilano Golf and Country Club is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Irrigation Technician to help manage the golf course irrigation system and its unique gravity fed water source. Reporting to the Golf Course Superintendent and Assistant Superintendents, the successful applicant will be responsible for all required maintenance and performance monitoring of the irrigation system and will work with and learn from the Senior Irrigation Technician.
Capilano is currently upgrading its mainline water feed, including the addition of a booster pump to improve water pressure for the higher elevated areas of the golf course. The club is also planning a phased Irrigation Master Plan to replace most of the irrigation system across the golf course. The Irrigation Technician will have a key role throughout the construction period in managing the transition of the irrigation systems. They will also be an integral part of setting up and fine tuning the new system to the golf course requirements.
Main Responsibilities:
- Work directly with the Course and Grounds leadership team and Senior Irrigation Technician to organize, schedule and execute all irrigation repairs, adjustments and water management requirements of the golf course property.
- Regularly monitor irrigation head performance to ensure sufficient coverage for all turf surfaces, adjusting where applicable and maintaining a complete set of records of all changes made.
- Perform monthly, annual and bi-annual maintenance on the golf courses 6 Pressure Reducing Valves (PRV’s) to maintain adequate pressure and water flow to all areas of the golf course.
- Assist in monitoring the golf course to determine nightly watering requirements and scheduling of nightly irrigation via our Toro Lynx central irrigation software.
- Monitor and replenish irrigation replacement part inventory in consultation with the leadership team and Senior Irrigation Technician.
- Assist the management team in monitoring water usage and adhering to the clubs Water Use Plan. Regular monitoring, measurement and maintenance of the clubs two man-made irrigation lakes.
- Liaise with and learn from the clubs Irrigation Consultant to apply industry best standards to all facets of the irrigation system maintenance.
- Aid in the education, training, and supervision of the course Intern(s) in areas related to irrigation.
- Be proactive in seeking out educational opportunities related to irrigation and apply that knowledge to daily tasks.
- Attend regional golf seminars as well as other networking events.
- Be available to participate in other golf course maintenance practices as required.
- Act as an ambassador of the Course and Grounds Department both within the club and at professional events.
Additional Benefits: Uniform, PPE, gloves, waterproof boots and raingear are provided. Association memberships for BCGSA, CGSA, and the Irrigation Association of BC, and select conferences/additional training as mutually arranged. A mobile phone plan, golf privileges and discounts on golf apparel and food are also provided. Our team appreciation including monthly team events, staff golf tournament, and work environment, is second to none.
Schedule: Full-time, year-round position, 40hrs / week. Summer shifts are Monday to Friday 6:00am to 2:15pm.
Closing Date: February 7th, 2025.
Start Date: Start date is flexible.
All resumes and cover letters should be e-mailed to:
Nick Daley | Golf Course Superintendent
nickd@capilanogolf.com
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary degree or two-year diploma in a related turf management field is preferred.
- Previous experience with the Toro Lynx central irrigation software and Toro Irrigation heads is an asset but is not essential.
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