This position is located with the Golf Course Maintenance at NS Mayport, Florida. The primary purpose of this position is to inspect, maintain, and repair the golf course irrigation systems to ensure proper water distribution, support healthy turf conditions, and maintain overall course playability. The position is responsible for maintaining automatic irrigation systems, associated pumping stations, and control systems, while assisting with installation of new irrigation components as needed.

Major Duties

• In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Inspects, monitors, and operates automatic irrigation systems to detect malfunctions and ensure proper performance. Diagnoses irrigation issues and corrects deficiencies by repairing or replacing defective components including sprinkler heads, valves, hydraulic solenoids, pumps, wiring, and controllers. Identifies and repairs leaks, dry spots, and coverage inconsistencies. Maintains and services pump stations and associated control systems. Cleans filters, adjusts system settings, and ensures efficient water usage. Performs electrical troubleshooting using testing equipment and completes wiring repairs including splicing and controller diagnostics. Maintains system records and logs. Installs and modifies irrigation systems including piping, sprinkler heads, valves, and control lines in accordance with irrigation plans and course needs. Assists with upgrades, expansions, and seasonal system adjustments to improve efficiency and turf health. Operates turf maintenance equipment and supports the Golf Course Maintenance Division with additional duties as required, including general course upkeep and preparation.

Conditions of Employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
• The position requires frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, lifting, and carrying. Work involves prolonged standing and walking on uneven terrain and working in confined or awkward spaces.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, humidity, rain, and cold. The position may involve exposure to wet and slippery conditions, chemicals, insects, and loud noise from equipment or aircraft.
• Work may be performed independently and may include early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

• Must possess strong knowledge of irrigation systems including pumps, valves, controllers, and field wiring.
• Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and interpret irrigation plans and schematics.
• Knowledge of water management practices and turf irrigation principles is required.
• Must be able to operate testing equipment such as volt/ohm meters and perform electrical diagnostics.
• Experience with plumbing practices including pipe fitting, soldering, and repair of various piping materials is required.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability are essential.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION:

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. As of May 7, 2025, The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.