Irrigation Technician

Irrigation Technician at Invited.

The Irrigation Technician is responsible for the repair, operation, maintenance, and construction of irrigation and drainage systems including ensuring systems operate within original design specifications. This role involves skilled and semi‑skilled irrigation construction and maintenance, including repair/installation of PVC, ADS (slotted and solid), and poly pipes and fittings. Role also requires strong understanding of drainage issues to address surface and subsurface drainage problems.

• Reports to the Equipment Manager or Superintendent

• Perform regular maintenance on irrigation systems, cleaning and adjusting sprinkler heads for proper coverage and repairing broken equipment.
• Keep all irrigation equipment in good working order by washing, fueling (if applicable), and returning equipment to designated storage areas.
• Maintain daily usage records and report any issues or overuse to Superintendent.
• Safely operate powered equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, and sod cutters, as well as mowers for golf course greens, aprons, and tees when required.
• Ensure equipment and tools are kept out of the play area and minimize noise to avoid disturbing golfers.
• Respond promptly to after‑hours emergencies as needed.
• Keep department heads informed of major issues and progress in a timely manner.
• Keep all areas on the golf course, including tee boxes, flowerbeds, and work carts, free of debris.

• Assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence.
• Follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.
• Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain required certifications relevant to the role.
• Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
• Attend daily briefings and actively engage in required activities.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in golf course irrigation and satellite systems.
• Irrigation association certification or backflow device inspection and maintenance certification.
• Technical knowledge and hands‑on experience with various types of golf course maintenance equipment, including understanding replacement parts, supplies, and resources needed for equipment upkeep and repair.

• Primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures and humidity.
• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing/ladders, squatting/kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending, lifting/carrying up to 100 lbs., talking, hearing, and seeing.

• Construction tools (shovels, axes, sledgehammers, etc.)
• Gardening tools (pruners, rakes, hedge shears, trimmers, etc.)
• Blowers
• Water pumps

• Attendance requirements as outlined on the weekly schedule.
• Additional hours required to meet deadlines, including weekends and/or holidays.

Invited is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The job posting outlines the general requirements for this position and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the Club.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off and leave programs.