SP - Grounds Maintenance Operator II in Big Sky, Montana at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club

Excellent Service is at the heart of what we do here at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club. Our team knows our associates are our best asset, and we treat our associates as we do our members: with kindness, humility and respect. Spanish Peaks is a private community situated on 3,500 acres nestled at 7,700 feet in stunning Big Sky, Montana. We are about 40 miles away from Bozeman, Belgrade, and West Yellowstone, Montana.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Operator 2, under the direction of the assistant superintendents, operate light to moderate size equipment on the golf course, and does related work as needed for golf course maintenance department.

Standard Specifications:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential:

1. Strong interpersonal skills; team oriented.
2. Ability to comprehend instructions given in English or Spanish
3. General knowledge of golf game and the course preferred.
4. Ability to work mornings at least 3 days a week.
5. Perform job responsibilities and operate equipment according to the company safety and training programs

SKILLS:

Essential:

1. Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of small equipment.
2. Working knowledge of operating hand and power tools and equipment.
3. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
4. Possesses mechanical aptitude.
5. Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.
6. Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time, sometimes in inclement weather.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Operates various mowers, string trimmers, edged cart paths, bunkers, sprinkler heads, and helps maintain sand bunkers. May be asked to operate other light equipment as authorized by the supervisor.
2. Maintains fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment on a daily basis. Reports equipment problems or failure to the equipment manager immediately.
3. Be able to blow fairways, tees, and greens.
4. Daily cleanup of equipment and facility.
5. May be asked to spray weed killer, groom natives, and fill divots.
6. Assists in project work such as drainage, sod laying, preparing base soil, and any other projects that may arise through the season.
7. May occasionally operate rotary mowers and reel mowers as authorized by the supervisor.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains effective communication and cooperation with all other departments.
2. Maintains positive interactions with club members and guests, providing a high level of customer service.
3. Performs any and all duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent or other members of the senior management team, as deemed appropriate.

BENEFITS:

• Complimentary shift meals
• 401k eligibility and bi-weekly match
• Discounted Employee Housing
• Discounts to over 1000 retailers through ADP LifeMart and Expert Voice