Agronomic Operator (Summer 2025)

Spend your days surrounded by the beauty of Lake Simcoe. With opportunities across the Resort in both guest facing and behind the scenes roles, we have something for everyone.

Some of our guest facing opportunities include working on the Food and Beverage or Recreation and Leisure teams. Our Guest Services and Shuttle teams, or the FH Fine Food and Starbucks teams are also great opportunities to be in guest facing roles. During the summer months you could join the Marina or the Nest Golf Club.

If you are looking for a job that ensures the fundamental operations of our Resort run smoothly and typically work away from guests, our Culinary, Security, Maintenance, Landscaping, and Housekeeping teams would be a great fit for you.

Working at Friday Harbour is unlike anywhere else. Be a part of the action, contributing to this one-of-a-kind Resort.

Colleague Perks
- Complimentary golf (friends and family rates for your Guests)
- Complimentary use of recreational equipment (canoeing, kayaking, Fat Bikes, snowshoes, skates, etc.)
- Discounts at Friday Harbour retailers and restaurants
- Group medical and dental benefit coverage*
- Company matched pension plan and optional savings plans*
- Employee Assistance Program and free Headspace membership
- Exclusive Friday Harbour corporate partner discounts
- Training and development opportunities
- Colleague events and appreciation activities

* Privileges are subject to review and change.

Role Summary

The Agronomic Operator is responsible for a variety of tasks that facilitate the daily preparation and conditioning of the golf course. This includes planning and execution of various agronomic practices on the greens, tees, and fairways. The Agronomic Operator will also assist the Spray Technician in preparation, mixing and the subsequent application of fertilizers and pesticides. Agronomic Operator will also be responsible for support and delegation of duties for the Golf Course Maintenance Attendants.

Responsibilities

• Continuous manual labour including raking, digging, grading and heavy lifting and carrying
• Use of ride-on golf maintenance equipment for mowing tees, fairways and rough
• Operation of golf carts, light utility vehicles, weed eaters and leaf blowers
• Responsible for watering sod, seed, trees and required areas using hoses and sprinklers
• Maintain sand bunkers with hand tools, such as rakes and shovels
• Accountable for using a variety of hand tools to dig and repair holes on the course
• Apply soil amendments, prune trees or lay sod
• Daily debris and garbage collection throughout the golf course
• Apply products using specialized application turf equipment
• Topdressing greens, tees, and fairways
• Aerification of greens, tees, and fairways
• Verti-cutting and overseeding
• Tractor operation (Kubota 7040, Kubota 5460)
• Heavy equipment operation (JCB wheel loader and JCB skid steer)
• Chemical and fertilizer spray application on greens and tees - Apprentice
• Granular fertilizing; greens, tees, and fairways
• Loading sand and aggregates
• Responsible for turf disease identification and IPM scouting
• Installation of drainage and repair and maintenance of automated irrigation system
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Pesticide Applicators License or Interim Apprentice Certificate an asset
• Post-secondary education or certification in golf courses or turfgrass management an asset
• At least two years of previous golf course experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, and pulling
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces
• Significant exposure to varying weather conditions
• Will encounter obnoxious smell from wastewater, gasoline, and diesel fuels
• Will encounter hazardous materials, dangerous or toxic substances and chemicals
• May encounter excessive noise from engines and equipment
• Work area is located alongside deep water

Join our team and make every day feel like Friday.

*All candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Friday Harbour is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

*Friday Harbour is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Friday Harbour is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation requests.