Lead Golf Equipment Technician — Vehicle Provided

Construction Association of Michigan; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with employer match

Paid PTO

Job summary

Glenview Golf Course in Cincinnati, OH seeks a full-time Lead Equipment Technician to oversee maintenance, repairs, and sharpening of turf equipment across our portfolio. The role includes mentoring four other mechanics and coordinating travel to other properties as needed.

The technician is responsible for preventive maintenance, reel grinding, and ensuring pristine playing conditions through high-quality equipment performance. A company vehicle is provided for site travel when required.

Qualifications

• Experience with golf course maintenance equipment and preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical defects on turf maintenance machinery.
• Familiarity with reel grinding, bedknife sharpening, and height-of-cut adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a preventive maintenance program for all equipment; order parts as needed.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical defects across golf course maintenance gear.
• Perform reel grinding and bedknife sharpening for consistent cutting quality.
• Grind and sharpen mowers; overhaul motors and reels; adjust braking systems.
• Conduct machining or welding for fittings used in repairs.
• Monitor expenses for parts, service, and fuel; keep accurate records.
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of construction and maintenance equipment and tools.
• Diagnose mechanical troubles and schedule preventive maintenance work.
• Support daily course setup with Superintendents.
• Maintain a clean and safe maintenance area.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Grinding & sharpening

Tools

Mower tools

Machining

Welding

Job description

Glenview Golf Course in Cincinnati, OH seeks a full-time Lead Equipment Technician to oversee maintenance, repairs, and sharpening of turf equipment across our portfolio. The role includes mentoring four other mechanics and coordinating travel to other properties as needed.

The technician is responsible for preventive maintenance, reel grinding, and ensuring pristine playing conditions through high-quality equipment performance. A company vehicle is provided for site travel when required.