Equipment Operator ( Temp)

Position Title: Equipment Operator Temp

Department: Golf Maintenance

Reports To: Golf Course Superintendent

Location: Golf Course

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Date Revised: October 2024

Position Type:

Who We Are

Audubon Nature Institute comprises Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Insectarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park

At Audubon Nature Institute, we are more than a collection of parks, museums, and conservation centers—we are a dedicated team with a shared mission to celebrate, protect, and connect people to the wonders of nature. Our work is guided by our culture code, which is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in Activating Impact by integrating tangible, real-world outcomes into all our initiatives, fostering a culture where every action contributes to a positive environmental impact. We are committed to Empowering Optimism, using positivity to inspire others to act and believe in their capacity to create meaningful change. We strive to Create Connection by engaging with people from all walks of life, knowing that the collective strength of a diverse community can address the most pressing challenges facing our natural world. At Audubon, we embody the spirit of Le Bon Temps, infusing the joy and vibrant culture of Louisiana into our everyday work, celebrating our unique heritage while advancing our mission. As Leaders of the Pack, we constantly seek smarter, innovative solutions, challenging conventions to drive the change we want to see in the world.

What You’ll Do: The Equipment Operator under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent and or Assistant Superintendent, performs work involving the use of all large

and small maintenance equipment, Including front end loaders, fork lifts, tractors as well as all mowing equipment used In the upkeep of the golf course.

Day to Day Responsibilities

· Mows greens, tees, fairways, and rough with appropriate maintenance equipment; rakes bunkers with power rakes.

· Aerifies greens; verticuts tees and greens, operates sod cutter, mows rough with deckmower, and operates other equipment as directed.

· Utilizes all manner of hand equipment such as; shovels, string trimmers, flymowers, push mowers, walkbehind greens mowers, edgers, hand rakes, blowers, etc.

· Performs daily set up procedures such as; setting tee markers and cups on greens daily, maintains ball washers, remove debris, sand tee & fairway divots, maintains flower beds, etc.

· Ensures that the equipment cooling system is working at all times, checks oil levels and refills fuel daily, and reports equipment problems or failures to Equipment Manager Immediately.

· Cleans and properly stores equipment after each use.

· Under direct supervision of a certified applicator, sprays chemicals using hand operated sprayers

· Operates the larger equipment such as front-end loaders, fork lifts and tractors when needed

· Be able to work holidays (as defined by Audubon Nature Institute) as well as weekends, early morning shifts and overtime as required.

· Performs other duties as directed by his or her supervisor.

Additional/Overall Skills:

· Maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of accountability, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute.

· Thrive in a team environment, using your organizational and technical skills to ensure the smooth execution of creative projects that resonate with our audience.

· Celebrate the successes of your team and bring enthusiasm to your work, reflecting the joyful culture that is at the heart of Audubon’s mission.

· Stay adaptable and open to learning new skills, embracing change and innovation as opportunities to lead and grow.

· The above listed duties are general statements of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. They do not exclude other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Must Haves: (required for the role)

· Minimum 1 year experience in golf Maintenance operating all types of equipment

· Louisiana Drivers license

· Ability to operate large equipment safely in high traffic areas.

· Ability to see and determine issues machinary may develop

· Ability to follow directions to a tee.

Nice-to-Haves: (preferred for the role)

· Outside equipment certifications (even though Audubon requires certification of its own)

· Ability to work in all conditions outdoors

Physical Requirements: (Add per list provided based on role type)

Active Work: exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, or a necessary amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. May involve walking or standing for extended periods of time.

Sitting or standing, bending, stooping, and the ability to carry items weighing up to 80 pounds.

· Constant adequate range of motion and mobility required.

· Regular near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less required.

· Typical ability to collect and analyze numerical and written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions and ability to determine the time, place and sequence of operations or actions required.

· Regular talking and the ability to express and exchange ideas by means of language expected.

· Regular hearing and the ability to perceive the nature of sounds