Assistant Mechanic

Valor Hospitality Partners; Rising Fawn (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Daily Pay

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Uniforms Provided for most positions

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid PTO

401k with employer match

Team Member Awards and Recognition

Food and Beverage Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valor Hospitality Partners is seeking an Assistant Mechanic to support the maintenance department across golf course equipment, including mowers, carts, and turf gear. You will assist in diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance with a focus on safety and reliability, while upholding high standards and collaborative teamwork.

The ideal candidate communicates well, stays organized, and approaches tasks with integrity, autonomy, and a positive attitude, ensuring equipment

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge of small engine repair.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and fuel systems.
• Willingness to learn reel/bed knife grinding.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical defects or failures on golf course equipment.
• Repair and adjust cutting units on light and heavy-duty mowers.
• Sharpen blades and grind reels/bed knives.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Ensure equipment is safe for daily use.
• Ensure proper disposal of waste oil and related hazardous materials.
• Assist in maintaining a clean orderly shop.

Skills

Small engine repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Fuel systems

Blade grinding

Welding

Communication

Analytical thinking

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here.

Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company

POSITION PROFILE

The Assistant Mechanic is responsible for assisting in the repair and maintenance of all tools and equipment within the maintenance department including mowers, trimmers, tractors, utility vehicles, and other specialty equipment.

The Assistant Mechanic provides a service which is integral to the goals of the golf course maintenance department, as their talent contributes to the overall quality of the golf course and the lasting impressions of our members and guests.

A successful candidate will possess effective communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. The individual who is the best fit for this position is one who can perform the expected duties and essential requirements with integrity, autonomy, and a positive attitude.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical defects or failures on all golf course equipment ranging from golf carts and spray rigs to small engine mowers and trimmers.
• Repair and adjust cutting units on light and heavy-duty mowers.
• Sharpen blades and grind reels/bed knives.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Ensure equipment is safe for daily use.
• Ensure proper disposal of waste oil and related hazardous materials.
• Assist in maintaining a clean orderly shop

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Mechanical Knowledge and Special Skills
  • Knowledge of small engine repair
  • Knowledge of hydraulic systems repair
  • Knowledge of electrical systems repair
  • Knowledge of gasoline and diesel fuel systems
  • Willingness to learn reel/bed knife grinding and operation of automated grinders
  • Basic welding and fabrication skills

General Knowledge and Skills

• • Basic computer skills
  • Reading comprehension
  • Analytical/critical thinking
  • Number facility/basic mathematics
  • Adaptability
  • Communications
  • High work standards
  • Planning and organizing
  • Problem solving/decision making

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Lift, pull, push, bend, and move items to support the hotel and outlets
• Continuous movement outside on the course and inside the club
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and around noise and fumes.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary

• Daily Pay!

• Team Member Hotel Discount Program

• Uniforms Provided for most positions

• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options

• Paid PTO

• 401k with employer match

• Team Member Awards and Recognition programs throughout the year

• Food and Beverage Discounts

• Tuition Reimbursement