Golf Course Mechanic

Salary: See Position Description Location : Wilson, NC Job Type: Regular Full Time Job Number: 201800670 Department: Parks & Recreation/Wedgewood Facilities Opening Date: 04/09/2026 Job Summary/Scope Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches.

The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events.

We are in the process of building a downtown field to host a Milwaukee Brewers' minor league team starting in 2026. Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that brings additional value to your total compensation. To learn more about our benefits package, click on the 'Benefits' tab above. The hiring range for this position is $38,903.97 (minimum salary) to $53,576.68 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications. The purpose of this position is to maintain and repair golf course equipment and vehicles.

Successful performance helps ensure that golf equipment, grounds, and facilities are well maintained. The work consists of related mechanical repair and maintenance duties. Inclement weather conditions contribute to the complexity of the work. Job Responsibilities Major Duties

Maintains and repairs golf course equipment, including turf mowers, parks department equipment, golf carts, and heavy equipment such as dump trucks.Performs golf course buildings repair.Maintains an inventory of parts and supplies; orders parts and supplies as needed.Assists the Supervisor with any office related duties; including budgeting and invoicingPerforms general maintenance procedures on golf courseSupervises employees in absence of SupervisorSupervises inmates and community service workers.Performs other related duties as assigned.

GuidelinesGuidelines include department standard operating procedures, Parks and Recreation Policy Manual, repair manuals, and relevant city, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application. Supervisory/Management ResponsibilityThe position has direct supervision over assigned personnel.

Minimum Qualifications Education/Experience RequirementsAbility to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.Possession of or ability to readily obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of hire.CPR/AED/First Aid Certification is requiredPesticide License and Certified Reclaimed Water Applicator preferred Knowledge RequirementsKnowledge of the standards, materials, techniques, and equipment used in the maintenance of a municipal golf course and city parks .Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of golf course equipment, parks department equipment, and vehicles.Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.Skill in the operation and repair of turf irrigation system.Skill in oral and written communication.

Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather, while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking.The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals.The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves.The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must distinguish between shades of color.

The City of Wilson is dedicated to providing unique benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families, while being competitive and cost effective.

We offer the following benefits: Paid vacation and sick leavePaid holidays (maximum 12 per year)Health/dental/vision insuranceMembership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System5% 401(k) contributionFlexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and childcare expensesPaid Life InsuranceMD Live (Cigna's Telehealth)Supplementary benefits including critical care, cancer, accident, medical bridge, long and short term disability and term and whole life insurance.

Experience: 1 year required