Irrigation Specialist

WHO WE ARE

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

Since its inception, Hylands Golf Club has matured into a top-quality golf facility that offers a full range of services and amenities to its 1200 members and their guests. A true jewel among Canadian Forces golf facilities, Hylands continues to host numerous regional, national and international events. As part of CFMWS, our mandate is to provide affordable golf to our local military personnel and their families.

If you enjoy the outdoors and want to work in a first-class golf course setting with a dynamic team, Hylands Golf Club is the perfect place to work. As an integral part of the ground's maintenance department, the irrigation specialist will operate, repair, and maintain irrigation systems with precision and expertise.

The role involves monitoring the operation of sprinkler heads and satellites, conducting necessary repairs or replacements, and performing service on systems, including high-pressure, electrical, and hydraulic components. The Irrigation Specialist will be responsible for procuring irrigation-related parts, supplies, and tools, as well as providing essential instruction and training to maintenance staff, overseeing their progress in related activities.

Seasonal maintenance tasks such as system blow-outs, pump preparation, and component calibration and repair will also be part of the role. The Irrigation Specialist will engage in minor repairs and maintenance of various structures and equipment, as well as assist in operational course maintenance duties. The role consists of handling of hazardous products including herbicides, insecticides, pesticides, and fertilizers, ensuring safe and proper application using various types of sprayers and spreaders and perform equipment maintenance, calibration and repairs as necessary.

Come work at Hylands Golf Club for the opportunity to gain great outdoor working experience and a possible future career within our company

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College Diploma in Horticulture or a related discipline AND several years of experience in horticulture and golf course maintenance or a related field
AND
Certification in Irrigation and/or completion of Irrigation training courses
Valid Driver’s License (Province)
Valid Pesticide Applicator’s license (Province)

Experience

In operating and applying irrigation servicesIn operating and preparing pumping stations In operating golf course maintenance tools and machinery In using building/carpentry tools

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Skills and Abilities

Physical dexterity Organizational skills

English or French Essential, Bilingual an asset

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling, and/or pushing (i.e. more than 22lbs/10kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg)Extensive walking and/or standing may be required

May be required to be on-call May be required to operate motorized vehicles

May experience exposure to environmental elements and/or inclement weather

Exposure to hazardous chemicals and/or substances

This unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the UFCW local 175 bargaining unit at CFSG Ottawa-Gatineau.

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

As soon as possible

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.

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