Golf Equipment Mechanic

JOB HIRING RATE: $20.70 - $25.36 HOURLYFULL SALARY RANGE: $20.70- $30.02 HOURLYCheck out the Courses at Watters CreekTHIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVEDJoin the City of Allen—a vibrant community of over 100,000 residents where strong economic growth, excellent schools, and an exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and play.Our mission is simple: “To achieve excellence in managing community development and city services, continually enhancing the quality of life and public confidence.”At the City of Allen, our employees bring the PRIDE values to life: People First – Prioritizing othersRespect – Treating everyone with courtesy and dignityIntegrity – Serving with honesty and trustDeliver – Following through and exceeding expectationsExcel – Driving innovation and continuous improvementWe do Work that MATTERS! Join a team that serves our community and makes a real impact every day. Learn more about the City of Allen at allentx.gov.The purpose of this position is to service and repair golf course specialized equipment by performing inspections and maintenance of fleet equipment and vehicles, ordering parts, and adhering to the equipment maintenance program. This position does not provide direction to other employees. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.Maintains and repairs small engine equipment by checking for leaks (hydraulic oil, fuel, engine oi, water), tracking and changing fluid levels as needed, cleaning air filters, servicing batteries, inspecting fan belts, servicing tires and brakes, and rotating equipment.Analyzes and diagnoses small engine problems and orders parts for repair such as air and fuel filters, spark plugs, sharpening chainsaw chains, and changing edger blades.Maintains mowers by inspecting and servicing blades, replacing them as needed, grinding reels, backlapping reels, and changing the height on an as needed basis.Maintains accurate records for all equipment maintenance and ensures equipment is insured by completing daily records of tasks performed and updating account program.Performs other duties as assigned.Assist in daily mowing and set-up operations. Work weekend shift with maintenance staff. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Knowledge of: City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.Auto mechanics and the operation and repair of heavy and light equipment, hydraulic systems, diesel and gasoline and engines.Wide variety of light and heavy motorized tools and vehicles including triplex mowers, rough mowers, walking greens mowers, fairway mowers, various tractors, cultural practice equipment such as aerifiers, top dressers, sweepers, spikers, rollers, as well as mowers, gators, weed eaters, aerators, chain saws, and golf carts.Skill in: Maintaining small light and heavy specialized equipment. Trouble shooting and diagnosing small engines.Using hand and power tools.Following safety practices and recognizing hazards. Providing outstanding customer service.Effectively communicating orally.Physical Demands / Work Environment: This list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it does not address the potential for accommodation. Ability to work outside, including in extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity.Ability to work with mechanical, chemical, electrical, and fire hazards. Ability to stand and walk for long periods.Ability to operate hand and power tools.Ability to push, pull, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, climb, and balance frequently.Ability to operate city or personal vehicle for business purposes.Ability to lift 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.The City of Allen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or military status in employment or in the provision of services.The City of Allen participates in the federal e-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.