Assistant Mechanic

Troon; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the golf course maintenance industry is seeking an Assistant Mechanic to perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on motorized equipment. This role involves servicing vehicles, inspecting equipment, and training staff on proper equipment care. Candidates should have a relevant certificate or experience in mechanical work and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Certificate from college or technical school or equivalent experience.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to read and speak English may be required.

Responsibilities

• Overhauls and repairs maintenance vehicles and equipment.
• Inspects and services all equipment.
• Assists in training maintenance staff.

Skills

Mechanical Repairs

Maintenance Work

Equipment Servicing

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Education

Certificate from college or technical school

Tools

Mechanics Certificate from Gas and Diesel Engine Training Seminar

Job description

Lakewood National is hiring an Assistant Mechanic that performs a variety of mechanical repairs, maintenance work, and equipment servicing of motorized equipment.

Essential Duties:

¨ Overhauls and repairs maintenance vehicles, mowing equipment and other power equipment.

¨ Lubricates and services all equipment.

¨ Inspects equipment for operating deficiencies and makes routine adjustments where necessary.

¨ Maintains up-to-date understanding of hydraulic systems, repairs and their components.

¨ Inspects, changes and repairs tires.

¨ Assists in controlling tool access and use by maintenance staff.

¨ Cleans working areas after repair work is completed.

¨ Assists in fabricating, body repair and painting.

¨ Adjusts cutting units on mowing equipment.

¨ When servicing of equipment is complete, will assist on maintenance crew and may operate mowing equipment.

¨ Assists in training the maintenance staff in the proper care and upkeep of the golf course equipment.

¨ May be called upon to operate or train to operate various types of maintenance equipment.

¨ Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

¨ Regular and reliable attendance.

¨ Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience:

Certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.

Physical Demands:

Frequently stands and walks; uses hands; reaches with hands and arms; stoops, kneels, crouches or crawls. Occasionally sits, climbs or balances. Regularly talks or hears. Regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally may lift up to100 pounds.

Environment/Noise:

Occasionally works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather); with toxic or caustic materials; in extreme cold or heat (non-weather); may experience vibration. Regularly works in outdoor weather conditions and may face the risk of electrical shock or encounter fumes or airborne pathogens. Frequently works in areas near moving mechanical parts. Noise level is loud.

Certificates/Licenses:

Valid Driver’s License, Mechanics Certificate from Gas and Diesel Engine Training Seminar

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

¨ Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

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