What You'll Do

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Denver Parks and Recreation’s Golf Division is looking to hire an enthusiastic and hard-working Irrigation Maintenance Technician to join our team at Kennedy Golf Course. Kennedy Golf Course has grown and developed into one of the best public golf experiences in the Denver metro area. With three nine-hole regulation courses, each different and unique, players will always have a variety of challenges to choose from. Kennedy Golf Course is a hub for golf because it offers something for everyone! From avid golfers to beginners, and foot golf to minigolf, there is no better place to go than Kennedy Golf Course. Check out what Kennedy Golf Course has to offer!

It takes a dedicated team of professionals to ensure Denver’s iconic courses can be enjoyed for generations to come. As an Irrigation Maintenance Technician, you will play a key role in Denver Golf’s mission to be a national leader in the golf industry regarding accessibility, diversity, environmental stewardship, and building the game for the future.

Specifically, as an Irrigation Maintenance Technician for Kennedy Golf Course you will:

• Perform irrigation system maintenance

• Monitor and troubleshoot irrigation system issues as they arise

• Read irrigation drawings and performs construction and maintenance/repair and replacement of broken parts on various equipment including pipes, sprinklers, hoses, and more

• Research, introduce, and execute sustainable irrigation practices at the course

• Inspect facilities and equipment to identify construction, maintenance and repair needs including estimating materials, labor, time and cost of repairs

• Participate in other course maintenance responsibilities including mowing, snow removal, supervision, customer communication, and coordination with the Golf Pro Shop

• Operate and maintain various lightweight vehicles and equipment; utilize a computer for diagnosing system problems

• At times direct, train, and supervise seasonal course staff and be the go-to full time staff for all course maintenance and communication

• Occasionally work and fill in at other Golf Courses to support general department operations

• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

What You'll Bring

Kennedy Golf Course is looking for a confident, team-oriented person to join their team. Our ideal candidate will be savvy at identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions, will be an adept problem solver, and is willing to learn new trades and skills to support operations. Our ideal candidate will be comfortable working in all weather conditions, not afraid to jump in when needed, and will be comfortable interacting with a diverse team of coworkers, as well as with the public.

In addition, our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Experience working on golf course operations

• Experience maintaining and repairing irrigation equipment

• Experience working with Toro Links Operating System (or similar systems)

• A professional demeanor and collaborative spirit

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate

• Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience in maintaining and repairing commercial, agricultural, or related irrigation systems

• Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements

• License/Certifications: This job requires driving; requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application

About City and County of Denver- Denver Parks & Recreation

With eight golf facilities, Denver Golf has something for everyone: one 27-hole regulation golf course, four 18-hole regulation golf courses, one 18-hole executive mountain golf course, two 9-hole par three golf courses, two Miniature Golf facilities, five driving ranges (including a signature water range), six Restaurants, and the Denver Junior Golf/The First Tee of Denver - One of the largest Junior Golf programs in the country.Denver Golf has outstanding course conditions and top notch guest services for the best value. From urban golf settings to mountain vistas, you will find it here at Denver Golf. We offer competitive wages, outstanding benefits, and opportunities to develop your golf career.

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