Equipment Mechanic - Golf Course exp preferred

Bentwater Yacht & Country Club; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentwater Yacht & Country Club in Texas seeks an Equipment Mechanic to support the Golf Course Superintendent and Equipment Manager. You will oversee a preventive maintenance program, diagnose failures, repair equipment and keep detailed records.

You will order parts, prioritize repairs, train maintenance staff, and ensure safety. A valid driver’s license (CDL preferred) and golf/turf experience are required. The role involves working on diverse equipment and maintaining course conditions.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge of preventive maintenance and repair of golf course equipment.
• Golf course maintenance experience required.
• Ability to move heavy objects and work in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license or CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in golf course maintenance equipment including diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered vehicles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers and other equipment used on the course.
• Instructs and trains maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning 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, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, performs emergency repairs, and services or supervises servicing prior to use.
• Oversees the shop area maintenance.
• Regulates employees' use of equipment in absence of superintendent, and performs other duties as directed by the superintendent.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent.

Skills

Basic computer skills

MS Office

Golf & turf experience

Equipment repair knowledge

Engine maintenance knowledge

Diagnose mechanical issues

Safety awareness

Record keeping

Communication skills

CDL preferred

Tools

Repair tools

Job description

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.