Golf Course Foreman & Irrigation

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Golf Course Foreman/Irrigation Technician to oversee the day-to-day operations of our golf course maintenance team and manage irrigation systems. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, expertise in irrigation technology, and an in-depth understanding of golf course turf management. This individual will ensure the golf course is in top condition, with special focus on efficient irrigation practices, turf health, and team management.

Located in California’s Olympic Valley, Everline Resort & Spa provides a premier mountain getaway to North Lake Tahoe. The resort offers a year-round destination with ski-in/ski-out access to Palisades Tahoe, the third largest ski resort in North America, a championship golf, relaxing spa treatments and a wide range of recreational activities. Our sophisticated lodge environment perfectly complements its rugged surroundings and reflects the spirit of the region.

Everline Resort & Spa takes inspiration from the distinct history and experience of the property and is a nod to the historic rail lines that connected throughout the area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of greenskeepers and maintenance staff to ensure high standards of course maintenance.
• Assign daily tasks, manage workflow, and ensure efficient use of resources to meet the golf course’s maintenance objectives.
• Provide training and guidance to team members on proper golf course maintenance practices and safety procedures.
• Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and foster a positive and productive team environment.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of the golf course's irrigation system, ensuring proper water coverage and efficiency.
• Conduct regular checks on irrigation equipment, including controllers, valves, pumps, and sprinkler heads, to identify and resolve any issues.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs to prevent water loss or uneven irrigation.
• Ensure irrigation schedules are optimized based on weather conditions and turf needs, including adjusting systems during the growing season.
• Monitor water usage and implement water conservation practices to meet sustainability goals.
• Assist with the maintenance and improvement of greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and roughs.
• Work closely with the golf course superintendent to maintain turf health, including aeration, seeding, fertilization, and pest control.
• Manage the maintenance and repair of sand traps, bunker rakes, and other course features.
• Maintain and repair grounds equipment as needed.
• Enforce safety protocols for equipment operation, chemical handling, and team safety.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to pesticide use, water conservation, and waste disposal.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and clean work environment for the team.
• Collaborate with the golf course management team to schedule maintenance during non-peak hours to minimize disruptions to golfers.
• Assist in communicating any planned maintenance work or course closures to golfers.
• Respond to any requests or concerns regarding course conditions or irrigation from staff or golfers.

• Proven experience in golf course maintenance, irrigation systems management, and leadership, with at least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of turf management practices and horticulture.
• Expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining irrigation systems, including controllers, pumps, valves, and sprinkler heads.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, train, and supervise staff.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities for irrigation and course maintenance equipment.
• Familiarity with modern irrigation technologies, including smart controllers and water-saving techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with both the maintenance team and management.
• Pesticide Applicator License (required, or the ability to obtain one).
• Irrigation Technician Certification or similar (preferred but not required).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate grounds equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for long periods of time.
• Experience with Toro Sprinkler system preferred.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, and hear. Must be capable of walking or standing 90% or more of a normal 8 hour work shift. Must be capable of frequently carrying, lifting. pushing or pulling up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to work either indoors or outdoors in extreme weather.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to an indoor and outdoor working environment and the noise level in the work place is usually moderate to high.
• Typical equipment used include but are not limited radios, ice resurfaces, cleaning supplies, fertilizer, pesticides, handheld devices, phones, and computers. 

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