GCM Spray Technician at Wycliffe Golf & Country Club

Position Summary: 

The GCM Spray Technician is responsible for selecting and appropriately applying all pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers associated with grounds and golf course maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Inspects turf, shrubs, lakes, and other outdoor areas to determine pesticide, herbicide, and fertilizer needs.
• Applies pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers at appropriate times to maintain excellent condition of grounds and golf course; documents all applications.
• Selects suppliers, products and equipment for such application and maintenance.
• Purchases products and equipment as needed within budget limitations.
• Maintains proper inventory of products.
• Performs preventive maintenance on and keeps accurate records for all equipment.
• Maintains safety records; performs routine safety training and emergency drills.
• Selects, trains, supervises, schedules, and evaluates assigned personnel.
• Keeps pesticide storage facility in a clean and orderly manner; secures under lock when not present.
• Maintains direct communication with golf professional and golf course superintendent.
• Attends applicable training seminars and classes to maintain current knowledge.
• Assists golf course superintendent with duties when necessary.
• Maintains current MSDSs in convenient location.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Manual and finger dexterity in making precisely coordinated movements of the hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate or assemble small objects.
• Arm-hand steadiness while holding arm and hand in one position.
• Near and far vision in order to read or discern details close-up or from a distance.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Must be flexible and able to work a varying schedule; including evening, weekend, and holidays required as job duties demand. 

Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required. 
• Previous Country Club experience preferred, but not required.
• Knowledgeable of pesticide application and golf course maintenance

• Complete knowledge of chemical application equipment.
• Knowledge in the safe mechanical operation and calibration of the following types of equipment:

Ø  mechanically pressurized spray equipment;

Ø  hand-operated spray equipment;

Ø  hand-operated rotary spreaders;

Ø  hand-operated drop spreaders; and

Ø  utility tractors. 

• Knowledge of the rules of golf and/or ability to play golf desirable.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Team Members will be required to adhere to other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with federal and state laws. All job requirements are subject to revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities upon request. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis. 

Wycliffe Golf & Country Club is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer and provides reasonable accommodation consistent with its legal obligations.