MAINTENANCE OPERATOR in Naples, Florida at Windstar on Naples Bay

Job Title: Maintenance Operator

Reports to: Golf Course Superintendent

Compensation: Hourly

Job Summary:

• Mows fairways and roughs with gang units.
• Operates all walk behind equipment and is familiar with all maintenance processes in which they are used.
• Operates all types of equipment; turf vac, tractors, skip-loader, aerifiers, sprayers.
• May operate smaller equipment as directed by his/her supervisor.
• Assists in completing fertilizer applications.
• Ensures that the equipment cooling system is working at all times; refills fuel and oil daily; cleans equipment daily; and reports equipment problems or failures to Equipment Manager immediately.
• Provides basic preventive maintenance on equipment as directed by equipment manager or assistant superintendent, and returns equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility.

Performs other duties as directed by his/her supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Requires knowledge and proficiency in the use of all golf course maintenance equipment.
• Must be able to operate golf course maintenance equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to work in the heat for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers and members.
• Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.

Windstar is dedicated to support the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance, providing development opportunities, competitive pay along with free employee meals, great working environment, staff activities and events, a team atmosphere, uniforms provided and more.