Equipment Technician / Mechanic

Responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs of all golf course equipment and vehicles. Responsible for making major and minor repairs on a variety of gasoline, diesel, 2-cycle and electric powered equipment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Coordinate and schedule all equipment for repairs and/or maintenance. Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects in golf course maintenance and construction equipment. Grind, backlap, set and adjust mowers. Overhaul and repair automotive and other powered equipment including engines, brakes, transmissions, differentials, springs, and mufflers; secure and replace tools and parts. Responsible for administrative duties in relation to operation of shop including purchasing, receiving, vehicle record maintenance, departmental billing, inventory control, safety checklists for equipment. Vendor association in terms of bidding and purchase of needed material. Responsible for oil/gasoline inventories and fuel facility. Make sure orders are received, correct, and accounted for. Assist Superintendent by making recommendations for capital equipment purchase. Responsible to participate in continuing education of all employees in terms of equipment standards and safety. Maintain shop in orderly condition, cleaning working areas after repairs are completed. Fill maintenance equipment with fuel and check fluid levels’ inspects, change and repair tires. Other duties assigned by Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience: High school degree or equivalent required. Minimum two years experience as a mechanic of golf course operation or other applicable industry. Working knowledge of general operation of gasoline, diesel, 2-cycle and electric equipment; knowledge of proper methods of servicing golf course equipment; knowledge of the repair and adjustment of power mowing equipment. Computer and office administrative duties. Employers paid continuing education for all related golf course manufacturer’s equipment required. Valid driver’s license. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location: In person