PGA Golf Properties Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the PGA of America, advances the PGA’s objectives to promote enjoyment and involvement in the game, by providing accessible world-class championship golf courses, research, education, licensing and advisory services.


Working in a fun and professional atmosphere, we offer our employees competitive benefits and compensation and the opportunity to perform in an exciting environment. The PGA strives to provide a work environment that is respectful and supportive and allows a balance between professional and personal life.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

Perform chemical and fertilizer applications on golf course properties.

Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with county, state, and federal regulations and is responsible for the safety and direction of chemical handlers and/or helpers.

Calibrate spray equipment as required.

Assist course superintendents in planning current and long-range spray programs.

Maintain daily spray records.

Maintain proper chemical inventory.

Responsible for the direct preventive maintenance of all equipment associated with the task of spraying.

Read, understand and keep current with all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Maintain chemical storage and mixing areas in compliance with county, state, and federal regulations.

Responsible for the safety of all helpers.

Perform routine safety inspections on all spraying equipment.

Follow label instructions and wear proper safety equipment.
 

Serve as the point person and oversee a small labor force for special projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school education preferred with college education in a related field a plus and or up to one year related experience and/or training in course operations and the use of pesticides and fertilizers; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COLLABORATION AND TEAMWORK

Works harmoniously with others to get a job done, responds positively to instructions and procedures and is able to work well with staff while maintaining relationships, which breed productive disagreement and debate.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Florida Driver’s License

Mandatory Florida Pesticide License within 6 months of hiring.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Frequent standing, walking and lifting up to 50 pounds required on a daily basis.

We Offer:

Flexible hours, days, nights, and weekends


401k Plan offered to all staff


Golf privileges and the opportunity to learn the game


Discounts in Food & Beverage and in the Golf Shop

For more information on the PGA Golf Club, please visit the PGA Golf Club’s website at www.pgavillage.com.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  

PGA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, to ensure full equality of opportunity in all operations and activities of the organization, every staff member employed by the PGA shall be selected under fair employment procedures that provide equal employment opportunities to all people. DFWP.