Assistant Equipment Technician at Walnut Creek Country Club | GolfHires
Assistant Equipment Technician
Walnut Creek Country Club · South Lyon, MI
full time$52,000 - $62,400Posted 4 days ago
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About the Role
Walnut Creek Country Club is seeking a reliable and motivated Assistant Golf Course Equipment Technician to join our agronomy team. This full-time, hourly position supports the Head Equipment Manager through a combination of shop-based equipment maintenance and on-course mechanical support as needed.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, variety in their day, and the opportunity to gain experience with both traditional turf equipment and emerging technology. This role is intended for someone to grow and develop their long-term career goals in golf course equipment management.
Facility Overview
Private 27-hole facility located in South Lyon, Michigan
Progressive agronomy operation with continued investment in infrastructure and technology
Recently renovated North and West Courses
Key Responsibilities
Assist with preventative maintenance and repair of golf course maintenance equipment
Perform service and repairs on John Deere and Toro turf equipment, utility vehicles, small engines, and implements
Assist with diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
Support reel and bedknife grinding and setup standards
Provide on-course mechanical support during daily operations as needed
Assist with equipment setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting in the field
Maintain a safe and organized work environment
Assist with maintenance records and parts inventory tracking
Communicate equipment condition and safety concerns promptly
Assist with tournament preparation and special events
Equipment & Technology Exposure
John Deere and Toro turf maintenance fleet
Three Firefly autonomous fairway mowing units, with opportunities to assist in setup, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Exposure to a wide range of golf course maintenance equipment and evolving technologies
Why Walnut Creek?
This role offers a stable, full-time opportunity with competitive pay, strong benefits, and exposure to modern turf technology within a professional, forward-thinking golf course operation.