Mechanic

Ultipro; Riverdale (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Joe Louis Golf Course in Riverdale, IL is seeking a skilled Mechanic to maintain the course's equipment and assist the Superintendent. You will perform major and minor repairs on diesel and gasoline powered equipment and help keep maintenance records up to date.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of mechanic experience, knowledge of small engine repair or automotive systems, and strong problem-solving skills. Training for reel grinding skills is available if needed.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of mechanic experience.
• Knowledge of small engine repair or automotive systems.
• Excellent mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to train reel grinding skills.
• Knowledge in hydraulic systems.
• Highly motivated, goal-driven and self-starter.
• Ability to work with an assistant mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and effective preventative maintenance program in conjunction with operators to reduce mechanical failure and poor performance on all golf course equipment
• Repair of all golf course maintenance equipment
• Keep repair records on all equipment
• Maintain a clean shop area and keep it orderly and efficient
• Maintain an adequate supply of parts through requisitions to the Purchasing Manager
• Monitor gas and fuel levels in storage tanks
• Assure proper disposal of all related hazardous materials

Skills

Mechanic experience

Small engine repair

Problem-solving

Hydraulic systems

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Job description

Joe Louis Golf Course
Riverdale, IL 60827, USA

Description

The responsibility of the Mechanic is to assist in maintaining the excellent playing condition of the golf course. The Mechanic will perform major and minor mechanical repairs on a variety of diesel and gasoline powered equipment under the general direction of the Superintendent.

Pay Range: $22.00-25.00/hour

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• 1-3 years Mechanic experience
• Knowledge of small engine repair or automotive
• Must have excellent mechanical and problem-solving skills
• Will train the right mechanic if person has no reel grinding skills
• Knowledge in hydraulic systems
• Must be highly motivated, goal driven and self-starter
• Must be able to work with an assistant mechanic

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and effective preventative maintenance program in conjunction with operators to reduce mechanical failure and poor performance on all golf course equipment
• Repair of all golf course maintenance equipment
• Keep repair records on all equipment
• Maintain a clean shop area and keep it orderly and efficient
• Maintain a clean shop area and keep it orderly and efficient
  
• Maintain an adequate supply of parts through requisitions to the Purchasing Manager
  
• Monitor gas and fuel levels in storage tanks
  
• Assure proper disposal of all related hazardous materials

Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is often required to stand, walk, push, pull, lift grasp, bend and kneel for hours at a time without sitting.
• The employee frequently is required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, crawl, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs
• Moderate exposure to all working elements
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Noise level is typically loud
  
• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season
  
• Work weekends and holidays

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