Golf Maintenance Lawn and Equipment Engineer

Tanglewood Resort; Pottsboro (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanglewood Resort in Pottsboro, Texas is seeking a dependable Golf Maintenance Engineer to care for the golf course and equipment. You will safely operate large mowing equipment and perform routine maintenance on tractors and related gear.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while following safety guidelines to keep course conditions at their best for members and guests.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large commercial mowers, tractors, or similar heavy landscaping equipment preferred.
• Dependable with consistent attendance and on-time shifts.
• Able to work weekdays and weekends, including early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate large commercial mowers including fairways, roughs, greens, and other turf equipment.
• Operate tractors, utility vehicles, blowers, trimmers as assigned.
• Mow and maintain fairways, roughs, tees, approaches to established standards.
• Perform routine inspection before/after operation of equipment.
• Clean, fuel, grease, and care for equipment after use.
• Report unusual noises, leaks, or damage promptly.
• Follow mowing patterns, routes, and schedules.
• Exercise caution around greens, irrigation, bunkers, and guests.
• Assist with debris removal, landscaping, bunker work, irrigation tasks, and course cleanup.
• Maintain a clean, safe maintenance area.
• Follow safety procedures and cooperate with team.

Skills

Reliability

Safety-minded

Independent work

Good judgment

Tools

Large mowing equipment

Tractors/Utility vehicles

Job description

Description

Reports To: Golf Course Superintendent / Golf Maintenance Manager

Schedule: Weekdays and Weekends as Needed

Location: Tanglewood Resort – Pottsboro, Texas

Position Summary

Tanglewood Resort is seeking a dependable and safety-minded Golf Maintenance Engineer to assist with the daily maintenance and appearance of the golf course. This position requires someone who is comfortable operating large commercial mowing equipment and other golf course machinery, takes pride in caring for equipment, and can be trusted to work independently while exercising good judgment.

The ideal candidate is reliable, mechanically inclined, attentive to detail, and understands that properly maintained equipment and consistent course conditions are essential to providing an excellent experience for our members and guests.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Safely operate large commercial mowers, including fairway, rough, greens, and other turf-maintenance equipment.

Operate tractors, utility vehicles, blowers, trimmers, and other golf course maintenance equipment as assigned.

Mow and maintain fairways, roughs, tee areas, approaches, and other designated areas to established standards.

Perform routine pre-operation and post-operation equipment inspections.

Properly clean, fuel, grease, and care for equipment after use.

Recognize unusual noises, leaks, damage, mechanical concerns, or unsafe operating conditions and report them promptly.

Help prevent unnecessary equipment damage by using proper operating procedures and good judgment.

Follow assigned mowing patterns, cutting heights, routes, and course-maintenance schedules.

Exercise caution around greens, irrigation heads, bunkers, landscaping, cart paths, guests, golfers, buildings, and other property.

Assist with general golf course maintenance, including debris removal, landscaping, bunker work, irrigation-related tasks, and course cleanup as needed.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized maintenance area.

Follow all Tanglewood Resort safety procedures and equipment guidelines.

Work cooperatively with the Golf Maintenance team and assist in other areas when needed.

Requirements

Qualifications

Experience operating large commercial mowers, tractors, or similar heavy landscaping/turf equipment strongly preferred.

Must be dependable and consistently report to scheduled shifts on time.

Must be available to work weekdays and weekends, including early mornings as scheduled.

Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment when operating expensive equipment.

Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned work without constant supervision.

Basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to recognize potential equipment problems preferred.

Must demonstrate responsibility for the proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of equipment.

Valid driver's license preferred.

Golf course, landscaping, groundskeeping, farming, construction, or heavy-equipment experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work outdoors for extended periods in North Texas weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain. Position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, bend, reach, walk over uneven terrain, and safely lift and carry approximately 50 pounds.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who can be trusted with Tanglewood's equipment and property. Reliability, safety, good judgment, and proper equipment care are essential to this position. The right person understands that operating a mower is only part of the job—taking care of the equipment and leaving the golf course better than you found it are equally important.

Tanglewood Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.