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Spray Technician - University of Louisville Golf Club (ULGC)
University of Louisville Golf Club
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Posted: 04-Feb-25
Location: Simpsonville, Kentucky
Type: Full Time
Salary: $18.56-$27.85
Categories:
Spray Technician
Salary Details:
Exceptional benefits packages
Preferred Education:
H.S. Diploma/Equivalent
Internal Number: R106398
The Spray Technician at the University of Louisville Golf Club (ULGC) in Simpsonville, KY is responsible for performing chemical applications on golf course properties; fertilizing tees, greens and fairways; and applying chemicals on the greens. The position is responsible for reading, understanding and keeping current with chemical labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), while also compiling preliminary reports of pesticide usage for the Superintendent.
The Spray Technician will be required to work a non-standard workweek, including nights, weekends, holidays, and during winter break as needed and work in a variety of weather conditions.
Vocational or other technical school, certification, training or apprenticeship required beyond high school and one year of related work experience within a golf course setting. Valid driver’s license and insurable by University insurance carrier. KY State Pesticide license as a pesticide applicator or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire date; must have completed training requirement as required by the state and federal government, including those required by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. Extensive knowledge of safe mechanical operation and calibration of chemical application equipment including, but not limited to mechanically pressurized spray equipment, hand-operated spray equipment, hand-operated rotary spreaders, hand-operated drop spreaders, and utility tractors. Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs and pass a pre-employment physical required. Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and winter breaks in a variety of weather conditions will be essential to the job responsibilities. Grade 3 (Hourly)
Performs chemical applications on greens and fairways/golf course properties.
Fertilizes trees, greens and fairways.
Performs routine safety and inspections on all spraying equipment.
Maintains chemical storage and mixing areas to be compliant with county, state, and federal regulations, and is responsible for the safety and direction of chemical handlers and/or helpers.
Tracks chemical inventory for preliminary reports of pesticide usage for Manager, Golf Course Operations (Superintendent).
Keeps track of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Grounds Maintenance (Senior Assistant Superintendent) and/or Manager, Golf Course Operations (Superintendent).
The University of Louisville Golf Club is the home of the Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams. The beautiful Spencer Holt- designed golf course is complemented by a Cardinal themed golf club. Par-72 Championship Golf Course Bentgrass fairways and greens7,192 yard golf course75.6 Course rating with a slope of 140 22-Acre Practice FacilityMulti-Tiered driving rangeExpansive short game facility equipped with two putting greens and a chipping green with two bunkers. Titleist Pro-V1 range balls Clubhouse FeaturesGolf shop with ULGC MerchandiseFull service bar and restaurantJunior-Olympic Size swimming poolTournaments Hosted at ULGC2019 – NCAA Men's Regional2017 – KY PGA Professional Championship2016 – Kentucky Open and Justin Thomas AJGA Tounrnament 2015 – Kentucky Women’s Open2012 – Kentucky Amateur Championship and NCAA Division II Men's National Championship2011 – USGA Mid-Amateur Sectional Qualifying2010 – USGA Senior Amateur Sectional Qualifying2009 – KY PGA Pro-Assistant Championship2008 – Kentucky Senior Amateur Championship2007 – Big East Conference Championship2006 – Kentucky Amateur Championship2005 – Kentucky Senior Spring Special 2024 Kentucky Open