Golf Course Equipment Technician/ Mechanic $28-$35/Hr

Golf Course Equipment Technician / Mechanic

Employer: ServiScape Work Location: Pottawattomie Country Club – Michigan City, Indiana Job Type: Full-Time, Year-Round Pay: $28.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience

Job Description

ServiScape, a well-established, family-owned landscape and golf course maintenance company serving Northwest Indiana for over 40 years, is seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Golf Course Equipment Technician / Mechanic to join our golf course maintenance team at Pottawattomie Country Club in Michigan City, Indiana.

This is a full-time, year-round position offering competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and long-term employment opportunities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the golf course's maintenance equipment fleet. This position plays an important role in ensuring our equipment operates safely, efficiently, and consistently to help deliver exceptional golf course playing conditions.

While previous golf course equipment experience is preferred, we encourage qualified mechanics with backgrounds in commercial turf equipment, agricultural machinery, diesel equipment, and similar mechanical fields to apply.

We are seeking an individual who takes pride in their workmanship, demonstrates strong mechanical skills, is well-organized, and values honesty, dependability, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair golf course maintenance equipment, including greens mowers, fairway mowers, rough mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, and other turf maintenance equipment.Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, including oil changes, lubrication, filter replacements, belt adjustments, and equipment inspections.Diagnose and repair gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, transmissions, and mechanical components.Maintain and adjust reel cutting units, including reel-to-bedknife adjustments, grinding, sharpening, and backlapping.Monitor and maintain proper mowing heights, cutting-unit adjustments, and quality of cut.Establish and follow preventative maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and extend equipment life.Troubleshoot mechanical problems and complete necessary repairs in a timely and efficient manner.Maintain accurate equipment maintenance records, repair histories, and parts inventories.Identify and order replacement parts and maintenance supplies.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe equipment maintenance facility.Coordinate with the Golf Course Superintendent and maintenance staff to prioritize equipment repairs and maintenance needs.Ensure all equipment is operating safely and properly before returning it to service.Qualifications

Required:

Previous professional experience maintaining and repairing commercial turf equipment, agricultural equipment, diesel equipment, or similar machinery.Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.Working knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.Ability to independently diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs.Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, schematics, and technical information.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively.Dependable, trustworthy, and committed to quality workmanship.Valid driver's license.Preferred, But Not Required:

Previous experience as a golf course equipment technician or turf equipment mechanic.Experience maintaining Toro, John Deere, Jacobsen, or similar commercial turf equipment.Knowledge of reel mower maintenance, sharpening, grinding, and reel-to-bedknife adjustments.Experience operating reel and bedknife grinding equipment.Technical training or certifications in small-engine, diesel, hydraulic, or equipment repair.Specialized golf course equipment training is available for qualified mechanics who possess strong mechanical skills and a willingness to learn.

Compensation & Benefits

$28.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.Full-time, year-round employment.Health insurance.Paid vacation.Paid holidays.Retirement plan.Company-provided uniforms.Continuing education and professional development.Stable employment with an established, family-owned company.Professional and supportive working environment.Opportunity for long-term career growth.Why Join ServiScape?

For over 40 years, ServiScape has built its reputation on quality workmanship, honesty, integrity, and dependable service.

We recognize that our employees are essential to our success and are committed to providing a positive work environment where employees are respected, appreciated, and encouraged to grow professionally.

As our Golf Course Equipment Technician at Pottawattomie Country Club, you will have the opportunity to work at a dedicated golf course facility, collaborate directly with the golf course maintenance team, and play an important role in maintaining the equipment necessary to deliver outstanding playing conditions.

Apply Today!

If you are a skilled mechanic looking for a stable, year-round career with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and an established company, we encourage you to apply.

Join the ServiScape team at Pottawattomie Country Club!

ServiScape is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceTools providedVision insuranceExperience:

Equipment repair & maintenance: 3 years (Required)License/Certification:

Drivers License (Preferred)Location:

Michigan City, IN 46360 (Preferred)Work Location: In person