Turf Equipment Mechanic / Technician

Architects Golf Club seeks an experienced equipment mechanic for its Golf Course Maintenance department. The ideal candidate has golf course experience as a mechanic. Duties include repairing and maintaining all golf course equipment. Possess the language, mathematical and reasoning skills and physical demands of the position (regularly lift and/or move up to 10-100 lbs; specific vision ability required of close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus). Job duties include but are not limited to: Conduct an effective preventative maintenance program in conjunction with operators to reduce mechanical failure and poor performance on all golf course equipment Repair of all equipment and golf carts Keep repair and maintenance records on all equipment Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical problems for all maintenance equipment Set heights and sharpen blades on the cutting units Make cuts, welds and braze as needed in repairing equipment and mowing units Price comparison on all related parts and materials before ordering Maintain an adequate supply of parts through requisitions to the Purchasing Manager Monitor gas and fuel levels in storage tanks Assure proper disposal of all related hazardous materials Perform other duties assigned by supervisor or manager Properly service and maintain all types of Golf Course Equipment Assist Superintendent/Assistant in training staff on safe equipment use Maintain daily sharpness and height of reel mowers Order parts and supplies to facilitate equipment repair Spot check equipment performance in the field Work on the golf course as needed Carry out preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment Inspect equipment for operating deficiencies Repair and adjust equipment Assist in maintaining repair records on all equipment Assist in establishing and maintaining safety procedures for using equipment Maintain fuel consumption and supplies records Maintain inventory of parts and supplies Maintain a neat, clean and orderly shop operation Educational Requirements Certificate from college or technical school Experience Requirements Prefer golf course experience Knowledge of small engine repair Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely Ability to inspect equipment and related component Must be highly motivated, goal driven and self-starter Must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions Special Requirements Regularly required to reach with hands and arms Often required to stand, walk, push, pull, lift grasp, bend, and kneel for hours at a time without sitting Frequently is required to sit, climb, or balance, stoop, crawl, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs occasionally Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards Daily exposure to dusts and pollens Noise level is typically loud Work extended hours during golf and holiday season Work weekends and holidays Job Benefits Health insurance 401k with company match Paid time off Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Ability to Commute: Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Phillipsburg, NJ 08865: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person