Equipment Mechanic

Berkeley Hall Club Inc; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer sponsored medical, dental, vision & life insurance

401K match plan

Retention Bonus for every year worked starting at $500

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Free lunch meal while working

Golf privileges and Pro-Shop discounts

Recognition program

Service awards

Employee celebrations

Job summary

A prestigious golf community is seeking an Equipment Mechanic to support the Golf Course Maintenance Department. The role involves repairing and servicing equipment, maintaining safety in the workspace, and ensuring high-quality maintenance standards. Ideal candidates will have some mechanical experience, a positive attitude, and a desire to grow in their role. Join an exceptional team in a premier setting that offers valuable opportunities for professional development while enjoying a vibrant golf community.

Qualifications

• Some mechanical experience preferred, especially in golf course equipment.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics and electrical systems is a plus.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and takes pride in quality work.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service equipment for golf course maintenance.
• Maintain records of parts and labor for machinery.
• Assist with maintenance tasks and ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and service on all equipment.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and deficiencies of all equipment.
• Order parts and repair materials when directed to by the Head Equipment Technician.
• All other duties deemed necessary by the Golf Course Superintendent, Assistant, or Head Equipment Technician.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Knowledge of small engines

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Desire to grow in position

Team player

Job description

Position: Equipment Mechanic

DEPARTMENT: Golf Course Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Equipment Manager

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

SUPERVISES EMPLOYEES: No

Club Description

Berkeley Hall Club, a distinctive private golf community edged on the banks of the pristine Okatie River in Bluffton, South Carolina – the heart of the coastal Lowcountry – a world with a casually inviting and active lifestyle that sets the standard for all private communities. Just minutes from Hilton Head Island, our 980-acre property is unique among top private golf communities. With two world-class Tom Fazio courses and a stunning Jeffersonian-style clubhouse that form the “Core of the Community,” our two walkable classic courses feel more like a golf retreat, with beautiful lagoons and majestic live oaks.

Honors

Five Star Platinum Club of America

Platinum Clubs of the World

Distinguished Club Award

Best Residential Courses-North & South Course - Golfweek

Top 100 Golf Communities - Travel + Leisure

Top 100 Premier Properties – Links Magazine

JOB SUMMARY

Berkeley Hall Club is seeking an Equipment Mechanic to join our Golf Course Maintenance Department.

This position reports directly to the Equipment Manager and plays a key role in supporting the overall maintenance and performance of our equipment fleet.

The Equipment Mechanic is responsible for repairing and servicing equipment, maintaining accurate records of parts and labor for each piece of machinery, and assisting with additional maintenance tasks as needed. This role places a strong emphasis on safety and requires maintaining a clean, organized service area and maintenance building. The technician works closely with the Equipment Manager to ensure the shop environment is efficient, safe, and well‑maintained.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform any Equipment Mechanic duties when needed.
• Assist Head Equipment Technician and shop crew with maintenance and repair of any golf course and grounds equipment.
• Grind, back‑lap, sharpen and set up reel cutting units for mowers.
• Perform preventative maintenance and service on all equipment.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and deficiencies of all equipment.
• Order parts and repair materials when directed to by the Head Equipment Technician.
• All other duties deemed necessary by the Golf Course Superintendent, Assistant, or Head Equipment Technician.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Some mechanical experience preferred (golf course or similar is a plus).
• Basic knowledge of small engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and good attention to detail.
• Reliable, team‑oriented, and takes pride in doing quality work.
• Ambition to grow into a lead or head mechanic position over time.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Majority of tasks are performed outdoors in variable weather conditions, including hot, cold, windy and rainy. Temperatures can be extreme but are usually moderate. Frequently works near moving/mechanical parts. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to reach with arms and hands, bend and stoop, remain at post standing for periods of time, walk for a long distance, and is required to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color and peripheral. The noise level in the shop is usually moderate to loud. Due to the busy nature of a garage, the associate must be able to routinely work well under pressure, remain calm, and be tactful with co‑workers.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change, e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.

SALARY/BENEFITS

Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Full‑Time

• Employer sponsored medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• 401K match plan
• Retention Bonus for every year worked starting at $500
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Life Insurance
• Free lunch meal while working
• Golf privileges (on select days) and Pro‑Shop discounts

Other Perks

• Referral Bonus
• Experience Expert Recognition Program
• Service Awards
• Employee Celebrations

Join Our Esteemed Team at Berkeley Hall Club!

At Berkeley Hall Club, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service in a refined atmosphere. If you have a passion for golf and an appreciation for the finer things in life, we invite you to apply to become a part of our distinguished team.

Why Join Us?

• Exclusive Environment: Work in a premier setting that values tradition and excellence.
• Passion for Golf: Immerse yourself in a community that shares your enthusiasm for the game.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the club.

If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to Berkeley Hall Club, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us continue to create memorable experiences for our members and guests.