Equipment Operator 2

Equipment Operator II

Location: Cromwell, Connecticut. TPC River Highlands is a private golf club and host of the PGA TOUR’s Travelers Championship.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance facility and work areas.
• Clean, inspect, and monitor equipment condition; report deficiencies or safety concerns to the Equipment Manager.
• Perform daily golf course maintenance as directed by the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations and/or Assistant Superintendents.
• Complete task‑specific training prior to independent operation of equipment.
• Operate basic and specialized equipment and perform groundskeeping tasks, including:
• Line trimming trees, shrubs, and course features.
• Edging cart paths, sprinkler heads, and bunkers.
• Ball mark repair and divot filling.
• Sod installation and turf repair.
• Utility vehicle operation.
• Walk‑behind mower operation on greens, tees, and approaches.
• Blower operation.
• Hand raking bunkers and general hand tool use.
• Triplex mowing of tees, approaches, and fairways.
• Mechanical bunker raking.
• Drainage installation and basic repair.
• Follow PPE requirements and established safety standards at all times.
• Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in golf course maintenance or a similar role.
• Education in turfgrass management, or related field, preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Starting at $17.50/hr.

• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Life and Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Complimentary employee meals.
• Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Playing privileges and employee discounts.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The position is very active and requires lifting, pulling, or pushing up to or over 50 pounds, moving and lifting items with awkward weights. It involves outdoor weather conditions and requires close, depth, color, distance, and peripheral vision, with the ability to adjust focus. All tasks must comply with applicable federal, state, and local safety and health regulations.

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position.

Work Schedule

This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels; full‑ and part‑time positions available. The position is expected to begin at the end of March.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.