Sod Farm Operations & Maintenance

Southland Sod Farm
Sod Farm Operations & Maintenance

Contact: Ray Sater (901)444-1854
Location: Arlington, Tennessee
Position: Full-Time
Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications

Position Overview
Southland Sod Farm is seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined individual to
oversee daily farm operations, turfgrass maintenance, equipment upkeep, and general
property maintenance.
The ideal candidate has experience in agriculture, turfgrass management, golf course
maintenance, sod production, or a related field.
We welcome candidates with varying levels of experience, from skilled operators to
experienced farm managers. Responsibilities and compensation will reflect experience
and capabilities.

1. Primary Responsibilities
A Turfgrass & Crop Care

     - Understand herbicides, fertilizers, and other turfgrass chemicals, including proper
          mixing and batching in spray tanks.
     - Understand chemical application rates and sprayer calibration.
     - Maintain and clean spray tanks, pumps, filters, and nozzles.
     - Operate and maintain irrigation equipment, including irrigation scheduling and
          proper equipment positioning.

B. Equipment Maintenance & Mechanical Repairs
     - Maintain tractors, mowers, sprayers, harvesters, irrigation pumps, and Other farm
          equipment.
     - Diagnose and repair mechanical problems whenever possible, including
          performing preventive maintenance.
     - Coordinate repairs with outside mechanics when necessary.
     - Maintain equipment reliability throughout the year.

C. Sod Harvesting
     - Understand the operation Of different types Of sod harvesters.
     - Assist with harvesting operations when necessary.
     - Minimize downtime and equipment-related interruptions.

D. General Farm Maintenance
     - Perform general property maintenance and seasonal improvement projects

2. Preferred Qualifications
     - Technical Experience
     - Experience in sod farming, turfgrass management, golf course maintenance,
          agriculture, or similar fields.
     - Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
     - Experience operating and maintaining tractors and agricultural equipment.
     - Working knowledge of fertilizers, herbicides, and chemical application.
     - Understanding of irrigation systems and equipment.
     - Ability to work independently and solve problems