Golf Course Spray Technician

Golf Course Spray Technician

Reports To: Golf Course Superintendent

Department: Golf Course Maintenance

Status: Seasonal Full-Time

Expected Start Date: September 1 2026

Pay Range: $23-25 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

The spray technician is responsible for the safe and accurate applications of all fertilizers pesticides or any other products needed to be applied to advance and protect the golf course.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Apply fertilizers and pesticides to all areas (mainly maintained turfgrass including the golf course and ski side of the mountain)

Use all types of sprayers: boom boomless backpack and small vehicle mounted tanks.

Apply each product to specifications at the direction of Superintendent and as directed for the product.

Strict use of PPE as needed for the job.

Perform normal golf course tasks such as mowing course setup excavating etc.

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of proper and correct PPE.

Must be self-motivated.

Must have a positive team-building attitude.

Open lines of communication.

Critical thinking.

Adaptability.

Actively looking for ways to help people.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Must have at least one (1) year of golf course maintenance experience.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must possess a valid drivers license and be insurable under Companys insurance.

Experience in events hospitality or a related field is preferred.

Ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment.

Ability to work effectively and ensure co-workers are working safely.

Must have willingness to learn new techniques and new ways of doing things.

Must be driven and possess a strong work ethic.

Must be dependable and reliable.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee is often required to stand walk and use hands to finger handle feel or operate objects tools or controls.

They will occasionally be required to balance stoop twist upper body kneel and climb.

The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Specific vision abilities include close distance color peripheral vision and depth perception.

Moderate exposure to extreme cold heat working outdoors chemicals pesticides gasoline vibration pollen dust mechanical hazards and electrical hazards.

The noise level is typically moderate to loud.

Work extended daily hours as needed during golf and holiday season.

Ability to work early mornings weekends holidays and some summer evenings is required.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.

Granby Ranch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

All employees earn paid sick time and qualify for a free Granby Ranch season pass free skiing and riding at 15 other Colorado resorts and discounts on in-house food & beverage rentals lessons and retail. Positions classified as year-round/full-time qualify for health benefits (medical dental vision life short-term and long-term disability) retirement benefits and two-weeks paid time off per year.

Granby Ranch is located in Granby Colorado (90 miles northwest of Denver) and all jobs are performed on site. Employee housing is available for full-time seasonal and year-round employees.

A criminal background check will be conducted after an employment offer is accepted and must be successfully completed prior to starting work. The background check will be completed in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.