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Equipment Operator

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited!

Job Summary

The Equipment Operator is responsible for a variety of tasks involved in golf course maintenance and construction, utilizing various equipment and tools. This role includes operating machinery for groundskeeping, assisting with semi-skilled grounds construction and maintenance work, and supporting other related duties to ensure the course is maintained to the highest standards.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to the Equipment Manager

Day to Day

• Operate powered equipment to mow golf course areas, including putting greens, slopes, collars, roughs, aprons, and tees.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and checklists to ensure proper functionality and safety.
• Wash, fuel (if applicable), and store all equipment in designated areas after use.
• Keep equipment and tools out of the field of play and minimize noise to maintain a respectful environment for golfers.
• Operate light equipment for tasks such as hauling materials and removing debris.
• Prepare sand bunkers for daily play by using appropriate equipment and procedures.
• Water and fertilize putting greens, tees, fairways, and roughs as instructed.
• Grade and prepare soil plant beds, lay sod, plant vegetative material, and seed putting greens, tees, fairways, and roughs.
• Change cups on greens and move tee markers as directed.
• Maintain ball washers, water coolers, water hazards, and bunkers, ensuring they are clean throughout the day.
• Keep all golf course areas, including tee boxes, flowerbeds, and work carts free of debris.
• Trim trees, prune shrubbery, and cultivate flowers and other landscaping elements as needed.
• Assist in the construction of new greens, tees, and fairways by grading, preparing soil, and planting.

Additional Duties

• Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to 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 in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
• Follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same.
• Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to your 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 to stay informed and contribute to the team's success.

About You Required

• A minimum of 1 year of experience operating equipment in a golf course or landscaping environment.
• A minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience with various types of golf course maintenance equipment, including understanding replacement parts, supplies, and resources needed for equipment upkeep and repair.

Preferred

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Primary Tools/Equipment

• Construction tools (shovels, axes, sledgehammers, etc.)
• Gardening tools (pruners, rakes, hedge shears, trimmers, etc.)
• Blowers
• Grass Mowers
• Tractors
• Mechanical tools (wrench, drill, screwdriver, etc.)

Work Schedule

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

What We Offer

We believe in taking care of our team, and our Total Rewards package reflects that commitment. Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, and—if you're in a non-exempt role—hours worked. While not all roles at Invited are full-time, those full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members)

Want to learn more? Visit www.invitedbenefits.com for full details.

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 not mentioned here may be assigned as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the Club.