Equipment Mechanic - Golf Course exp preferred

Bentwater Yacht & Country Club; Texas; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bentwater Yacht & Country Club seeks an Equipment Mechanic to maintain golf course equipment and vehicles, ensuring reliable operation and safety. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, order parts, and keep detailed records of repairs and costs.

The role requires Golf & Turf experience, knowledge of engines and mowing gear, and the ability to train staff. A valid driver's license is needed to operate various machinery on site.

Formación

• Golf & Turf experience required.
• Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine maintenance work.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment.
• Communicate effectively and keep business records.

Responsabilidades

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in golf course maintenance equipment and vehicles.
• Instructs and trains crew regarding preventive maintenance and safe operation of equipment.
• Prioritizes repair and maintenance work within budget and keeps inventory records.
• Keeps records of equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Oversees shop area maintenance and supervises equipment use when needed.

Conocimientos

Golf & Turf experience

Diagnose mechanical troubles

Equipment repair tools

Internal combustion engines knowledge

Mowing equipment knowledge

Safety precautions knowledge

Effective communication

Record keeping

Weather adaptability

Valid driver's license

Herramientas

Repair tools

Descripción del empleo

The Equipment Mechanic reports to the Golf Course Superintendent and/or the Equipment Manager. This person oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program. This program includes the repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. The Equipment Mechanic properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the Superintendent and/or the Equipment Manager.

Technical or Administrative Knowledge:

• Basic Computer / MS Office a plus.
• Golf & Turf experience required.

Special Skills and Abilities and/or:

• Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses.
• Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
• Working knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the profession.
• Ability to move heavy objects.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions while repairing equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and keep business records.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to play the game of golf and understand how job performance affects the playing conditions of the golf course.
• Possession of a valid driver's license, possibly a commercial driver's license (CDL).

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment including, diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
• Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
• Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.
• Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
• Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, frequently makes emergency repairs to equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.
• Oversees the shop area maintenance.
• Regulates employees' use of equipment in absence of superintendent and assistant superintendent, if needed, and performs other duties as directed by the superintendent.

Additional duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent.