Golf Course Lead Technician

BASIC FUNCTION:  Serves as front line member of a team ( 2 days per week) responsible for performing maintenance activities for the golf course.  Primary area of emphasis surrounds application of fertilizers and chemicals to golf course property and set up of golf course on a daily basis. QUALIFICATIONS:  KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE AAS Degree in Horticulture, Turfgrass Management, or related field is required.  Experience may be substituted. Knowledge of game of golf is helpful. Proven leadership qualities. State of Florida Commercial applicator for turf and ornamentals preferred

• Ability to communicate in written and oral forms.
• Ability to work independently and in team setting. Ability to interact well with others in a professional manner. Ability to operate a variety of small equipment and hand tools in safe manner. Ability to adjust and learn new equipment and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   - Must be well groomed.  Dress requirements include assigned uniform.  Uniform nust be worn at all times while working on the property.

  - Must be well-mannered, greet guests and employees when encountered, and show appreciation to the guest for being at the resort, show willingness to help guests and employees at all times.

  - Applies chemicals and fertilizers to resort properties in correct manner. 

  - Responsible for training of other team members assigned to similar tasks.  Waters in chemicals or fertilizers after application.  Calibrates application equipment.  Uses hand spreaders, push spreaders, hand sprayer, riding sprayer.

  - Hand waters greens and tees.  Helps with irrigation repairs.

  - Will be assigned responsibility for leading small group of other team members to achieve high quality results in an efficient manner.

  - Uses walking and riding greens mower, tee mower, fairway mower, rough mower, roller, bunker rake, carts, push mowers, and a variety of powered and non-powered hand tools to maintain golf course grounds and landscaping.  Cleans and maintains equipment that is used.  Treats all equipment with care and respect.  Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

  - Sets cups and move tee markers.

  - Performs light custodial operations on golf course grounds.

  - Reports problems encountered on site to supervisor immediately.  Takes appropriate steps to address emergency situations.

  MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Comply with Villas of Grand Cypress Resort policies and procedures.
  2. Communicate daily with staff and other departments in regard to duties and activities.
  3. Responsible for department and equipment cleanliness, safety and appearance.
  4. Respond to any reasonable task requested by the General Manager.
   

   

  TYPICAL SCHEDULE:

  Schedule varies – total of 40 hours per week – Sunday through Thursday from 5 am until 1:30 pm – later if business needs.  Weekends and holidays may be required based on business needs.

  ENVIRONMENT:  In and out doors setting, sun, heat, cold, and rain.

  Why You Want to Work for Us!

  Benchmark Hospitality International has determined our core set of values as:  Integrity, Individual, Entrepreneurship, Partnership, Realism, Service and we believe in balanced system of Living, Learning and Leisure.  These values are considered and applied in all aspects of our performance and relationships with others and everything we do has our guests and employees in mind.

  What Our Employees Say About Us!

  “Working at The Villas of Grand Cypress is like working with an extended family.  Once you arrive on the peaceful and relaxing property, with the beautiful rolling greens and mature landscaping, it already feels like home”.  The property has a unique sense of relaxed sophistication and service.  Employees are encouraged and even challenged to make decisions to “Be The Difference” in everything they do!  Being creative and entrepreneurial to think differently about how we provide service to the guest is a day to day occurrence.

   Benefits offered to FT employees:

  • Paid Time Off after 90 days
  • Holiday Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Jury Duty Pay
  • Bereavement Pay
  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Free Parking
  • Free Meals at The Grand Cafe
  • Free Golf for employees
  • Employee & Employer Funded 401-k
  • Hotel Travel Discounts at our sister properties
  • Discounts with Partner vendors
  • Recognition Programs
  • An Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V

  About Our Property

  Come build your future with Benchmark Hospitality International at The Villas of Grand Cypress

  The Villas of Grand Cypress offers guests world class amenities and a choice of magnificent accommodations, including spacious Club Suites and elegant Villas with up to four bedrooms.  All within walking distance of 45 holes of Jack Nicklaus Signature - designed golf, an Academy of Golf, unparalleled recreation and diverse and decadent dining.