IPM Manager Private Golf Course, Sanibel, FL, 62k salary
The Sanctuary Golf Club, a prestigious member-owned private golf club located on Sanibel Island, FL is hiring for full time, year-round, experienced IPM Manager.
Our Green and Grounds team is responsible for assisting in the appearance and safety of the world-renowned golf course, bordered by a wildlife refuge and surrounded by nature preserves, lakes and mangrove forests. We are looking for a motivated self-starter who will provide the highest level of service and golf course conditioning to our Membership!
The IPM Manager is responsible for the processes of applying turf grass chemicals and fertilizers to golf course properly and at the appropriate times. An understanding of all needed products, applications methods, application timing and how applications affect or are affected by turf management practices and weather is required.
In addition to experience and a strong skill-set, candidate must have a positive, receptive, and team-oriented attitude. We require an employee who is willing to step in, solve problems, and help find ways to get the job done!
COMPENSATION: 62k salary, non exempt (overtime eligible)
SCHEDULE: Full time, operational hours begin at 6:00 a.m. and include shortened, rotating (every other) weekends.
The department operates 24 hours a day and required work hours may fluctuate based on weather, special events, and agronomic needs; this position requires the availability for on-call duty and the ability to respond to after-hours communications or emergencies.
BENEFITS
- Periodic performance and wage reviews
- Participation in Holiday Bonus Program
- Medical, Life and STD Insurance coverage
- 401k plan with generous match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid toll(s), if applicable
- Employee golf privileges and merchandise discounts
- Health club membership
- Meals and other employee incentives!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Mixing and loading of chemicals as prescribed (label directed) rates.
- Application of chemicals and fertilizers in safe, efficient manner in accordance to local, state and federal laws; Golf Course Best Management Practices for the state of Florida should be followed for all product applications.
- Maintain approved product inventory, to include purchasing, of necessary turf care products.
- Maintain all required record-keeping of turf care products applied to the golf course and clubhouse properties.
- Maintain cleanliness of facilities and equipment, including IPM facility and mix/load facilities.
- Identification and proper treatment of turf pests including weeds, insects, diseases.
- Supervise and direct staff as needed when assisting in IPM projects, procedures or general maintenance.
- Follow directives from Director of Green and Grounds and/or Golf Course Superintendent on all IPM related procedures.
- Manage and execute the proper operation and calibration of product sprayers, spreaders and affiliated equipment.
- Perform golf course maintenance and/or landscaping tasks as assigned by the Asst. Superintendent and/or Golf Course Superintendent.