TPC River Highlands is a private golf club located in Cromwell, Connecticut, just outside of Hartford. As the proud host of the PGA TOUR’s Travelers Championship—the state’s largest professional sporting event—it stands as one of the premier destinations in the TPC Network. Alongside its championship golf course, the clubhouse offers an exceptional setting for events of all kinds, with scenic views, multiple event spaces, and two full-service kitchens. Known for its welcoming, team-oriented culture, TPC River Highlands delivers an outstanding experience for members, guests, and staff alike.

The Equipment Operator III is an advanced maintenance professional responsible for full-scope golf course operations, including specialized and heavy equipment use and complex course improvement projects. This role requires strong technical skill, independent judgment, and a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in golf course maintenance or a similar role
• Education in turfgrass management, or related field, preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance facility and work areas
• Clean, inspect, and oversee equipment condition; report mechanical, operational, or safety concerns promptly
• Perform daily and advanced golf course maintenance as directed by leadership
• Complete and maintain training or certification for specialized and heavy equipment
• Operate a full range of basic, specialized, and heavy equipment and perform groundskeeping tasks, including:
  • Line trimming trees, shrubs, and course features
  • Edging cart paths, sprinkler heads, and bunkers
  • Ball mark repair and divot filling
  • Sod installation and turf repair
  • Utility vehicle operation
  • Walk-behind mower operation on greens, tees, and approaches
  • Blower operation
  • Hand raking bunkers and general hand tool use
  • Triplex mowing of tees, approaches, and fairways
  • Mechanical bunker raking
  • Drainage installation and repair
  • Tractor operations (aerification, vertical mowing, sweeping, vacuuming, loading, backhoe use, spiking, and raking)
  • Course setup and daily service preparation
  • Trenching and infrastructure repair
  • Operation of large rough mowers and out-front rotary mowers with attachments
  • Chainsaw operation and advanced landscaping tasks
• Ensure strict compliance with PPE and all safety and operating standards
• Lead or support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned

Pay Starting at $18/hr

Our benefits may include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Life and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plus employer match and employer contribution
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Complimentary employee meals
• Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments
• Tuition Assistance
• Playing privileges and employee discounts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a variety of outdoor weather conditions. Position is very active and requires lifting, pulling or pushing up to or over 50 pounds, moving and/or lift items with awkward weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, color vision, distance and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

 

An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

 

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and may be modified as needed; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

 

Travel

• Travel is not expected for this position

 

Work Schedule Expectations

• This position requires shifts as necessary based on business levels
• This position is anticipated to begin the end of March

 

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities