Equipment Operator - Agronomy

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This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Troubadour Golf & Field Club, set outside of Nashville, TN.

Troubadour Golf & Field Club is seeking a Equipment Operator to join the Agronomy Department.

The Equipment Operator, under the supervision of the Director of Agronomy, Superintendent, or Equipment Manager, performs work involving the use of large and small equipment including tractors, loaders, backhoes, mowers and other maintenance equipment. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

***Full-time hourly role. Starting pay $18-$20 per hour.***

Key Responsibilities
• Operates all types of equipment including utility vehicles, flymos, mechanical sand trap rakes, aerifiers, sprayers, turf vacs, skip loaders and sprayers.
• Mows greens, tees, fairways and rough with small power mowers, trimmers, greens mower, tee mowers, fly-mos and backpack blowers on designated area of the golf course.
• Rakes and manicures desert landscape and rakes sand traps.
• Performs hand mowing or hand trimming work.
• Performs renovations and construction work, i.e. shoveling and raking.
• Performs cleaning procedures and manual labor tasks.
• Loads and unloads materials.
• Excavates and back fills ditches and trenches with hand tools.
• Rakes and manicures transition areas.
• Lays sod.
• Participates in annual over-seeding of the golf course.
• Assists in construction of new greens, tees and fairways.
• Cleans drains and culverts.
• Sweeps cart paths.
• Collects and empties litter cans.
• Operates small utility vehicles in hauling mowers and materials and removing debris, as necessary.
• Performs janitorial work in cleaning and maintaining a building.
• Cultivates and waters trees and plants.
• Performs other related groundwork as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Prior experience working on a golf course maintenance team or similar construction experience.
• Knowledge of large and small engine operation and repair.
• Knowledge of hydraulic powered machine operation and repair.

Additional Requirements
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits
• Competitive Pay or Wage Range (only based on state/region laws)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Full-Time Year Round Only)
• 401k Contribution (Full-Time Year Round Only)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Full-Time Year Round Only)
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Holiday Pay
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture

About Us

Troubadour Golf & Field Club is a private community, conveniently located just 30 miles south of downtown Nashville. Set on 980 acres, Troubadour features 375 residences; an 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed championship golf course; a multi-sport complex; an organic farm and world-class restaurants; private recording studios; music venues; and wellness facilities. At Troubadour, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse communities and provide the highest level of service that contributes to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit: https://thetroubadourclub. com/

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.

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