Joseph Swift
Huntsville
Summary
Experienced with turf management, irrigation systems, and landscape maintenance. Utilizes effective techniques to ensure pristine course conditions. Strong understanding of equipment operation and teamwork essential for maintaining high standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Irrigation Technician
Way To Grow Irrigation
04.2023 - Current
- Installed irrigation systems for all types of customers, both residential, and commercial.
- Supervised installation work of other technicians to make sure systems were fully operational.
- Troubleshot complex issues within existing irrigation systems to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions.
- Improved irrigation system efficiency by conducting regular inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Performed seasonal adjustments to the watering schedule, ensuring adequate hydration throughout changing weather conditions.
Assistant Superintendent
North Granite Ridge Golf Club
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained optimal course conditions for golfers through regular mowing, edging, and trimming of greens, tees, and fairways.
- Supported successful golf tournaments by preparing the course for optimal playing conditions during events.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Enhanced turf quality by implementing effective maintenance practices and providing appropriate nutrition.
- Contributed to a sustainable golf environment with efficient water management practices such as irrigation scheduling and system maintenance.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
Winter Snow Removal
Deerhurst Resort
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Used all tractors and snow removal equipment for parking lots and walk ways
- Sand all salted all parking lots and walks on resort property
Second Assistant Superintendent
Deerhurst Resort
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted soil tests for nutrient analysis, enabling targeted fertilization applications for optimal turf health.
- helped with efforts in maintaining exceptional greens speed/playing surfaces which enhanced golfer experience and customer satisfaction.
- Used spray applicator to fertilize greens, tees and fairways.
- learned how to mix and apply correct fertilizers at recommended times of the golf season
- maintained course using trimmers, mowers and all machines fo golf course maintenance.
Golf Course Equipment Operator
Deerhurst Resort
04.2014 - 04.2020
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Learned how to use every piece of golf course equipment efficiently
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Changed pins everyday
Education
Bachelor - Golf And Club Management
Fanshawe College
London04-2020
Skills
- Pump installation
- Residential and commercial projects
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Verbal and written communication
- Turf management
- Landscaping techniques
- Training staff
- Heavy machinery operation
- Plant identification
- Irrigation systems
Languages
English
Timeline
Irrigation Technician
Way To Grow Irrigation
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Superintendent
North Granite Ridge Golf Club
03.2023 - 10.2024
Winter Snow Removal
Deerhurst Resort
10.2022 - 04.2023
Second Assistant Superintendent
Deerhurst Resort
04.2022 - 03.2023
Golf Course Equipment Operator
Deerhurst Resort
04.2014 - 04.2020
Bachelor - Golf And Club Management
Fanshawe College
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