Lead Golf Course Equipment Technician

Unity Village; Unity Village (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Village in Unity, MO is seeking a dedicated Golf Course Equipment and Maintenance Supervisor to oversee daily upkeep of our 9-hole course. You will lead crew members, train new hires, operate greens mowers and related equipment, and ensure safe, efficient maintenance practices.

Responsibilities include applying fertilizers and pesticides, keeping maintenance records, and developing preventive maintenance schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED; technical training for automotive repair.
• Three years’ experience in golf course maintenance preferred.
• Experience applying fertilizer and pesticides.
• Supervisory experience is desirable.
• Customer service skills to assist campus patrons.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the completion of work assignments by crewmembers and assists with field decisions regarding job procedures, work standards and equipment use.
• Assists in training new hires on proper operation of all related equipment.
• Operates greens mowers, tee mowers, fairway mowers, sand trap rakes, sprayers, tractors, fertilizer spreaders, loaders, chain saws, trimmers, edger, deck mowers, aerifiers, top dressers, sod cutters and other specialized golf course equipment.
• Perform routine golf course tasks including cutting and change pin placements, rake sand traps.
• Apply chemicals and fertilizer.
• Oversees and participates in tasks related to routine maintenance of a golf course as well as special projects such as construction, renovation and/or reconstruction of greens, tees, fairways, roughs and landscaping.
• Enforces safe working conditions with all job assignments and instructs staff on proper equipment and chemical use and work methods.
• Perform timely servicing for small engines and golf carts.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all maintenance repairs.
• Stay current with industry trends, technology, and best practices for equipment maintenance.
• Develop and follow a preventative maintenance schedule for all equipment to minimize breakdowns and extend the life of assets.
• Utilize electronic diagnostic equipment to identify equipment faults.
• Support snow removal efforts, including working weekends or holidays as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Equipment operation

Safety

Time management

Customer service

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Automotive repair training

Tools

Pesticide license

Job description

Unity Village in Unity, MO is seeking a dedicated Golf Course Equipment and Maintenance Supervisor to oversee daily upkeep of our 9-hole course. You will lead crew members, train new hires, operate greens mowers and related equipment, and ensure safe, efficient maintenance practices.

Responsibilities include applying fertilizers and pesticides, keeping maintenance records, and developing preventive maintenance schedules.