Mechanic/Technician - Meadowlark Hills Golf Course

Kearney, City of (NE); Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kearney seeks a skilled equipment mechanic to repair gas, diesel, and electric golf course machinery and rental carts. The role includes preventive maintenance, irrigation system work, and keeping detailed service records.

You will assist in facility upkeep, grounds maintenance, and scheduling, with oversight of seasonal staff. Valid Nebraska license required; associates or tech education preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with one year of progressively responsible mechanical experience.
• Associates, Bachelors or other technical education in mechanics, golf course grounds maintenance, sports turf management, agronomy, or related field is preferred.
• Possession of valid Nebraska driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform skilled mechanical repairs on gas, diesel, and electric powered equipment.
• Maintain preventive maintenance program and repair irrigation systems.
• Assist with facilities and grounds maintenance and oversee seasonal staff as needed.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Reading technical manuals

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education in mechanics (preferred)

Tools

Mechanic's hand tools

Power tools

Precision grinding equipment

Gas welding equipment

Electric welding equipment

Impact tools

Job description

Under general direction from the golf course superintendents, plans and performs a variety of skilled mechanical repair work to gas, diesel and electric powered equipment; carries out a preventive maintenance program; assists with facility and irrigation system repairs; as well as the daily grounds maintenance operation of the golf course. Work varies, requiring interpretive judgment within prescribed standards and procedures.

Monitors equipment daily for performance and ensures safe operation and cleaning procedures. Performs a variety of skilled mechanical repairs to the golf course equipment and rental cart fleet including, but not limited to: repairing hydraulic systems, electrical components, engines and mower blade sharpening Maintains detailed service records of equipment fleet utilizing software. Assists with facilities and irrigation system maintenance, repairs and scheduling. Maintains an inventory of parts, tools, equipment apparatus and supplies used in the shop. Assists with a variety of grounds maintenance practices including daily set-up and mowing, as well as the cultural practices of aerification, topdressing, and grooming. Assists in the construction and renovation of the golf course and its turfgrass areas, seeding, and sodding Assists with the oversite of seasonal employees. Works hours vary daily with golf course needs Sunday through Saturday. May perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS

Assist with seasonal oversight.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS

None.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)
• Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)
• Maintain accurate and appropriate inventory of parts, supplies, tools and equipment. (Daily)
• Conduct an effective preventive maintenance program. (Daily)
• Apply and maintain knowledge of current methods, equipment, materials and tools used in the current equipment repair trade. (Daily)
• Apply and maintain knowledge of the current methods, equipment, materials and tools to
• perform task in accordance with accepted safety procedures. (Daily)
• effectively maintain and care for golf course greens, shrubs, trees, and grass. (Daily)
• Maintain a clean and safe shop. (Daily)
• Apply and maintain knowledge of irrigation system repairs. (Daily)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work Type: Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Climbing/Balancing: Climb inclines and ladders, uneven surfaces, balance required
• Walking: Frequent amount required
• Stooping/Bending: Frequently
• Stand/Sit: Sit about 20 percent of the time
• Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal
• Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
• Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
• Hearing: Frequently perceive nature of sounds by ear
• Speech: Occasionally express ideas by means of spoken words
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates equipment and hand tools requiring moderate ability
• Manual Dexterity:Frequently operates equipment and hand tools requiring moderate ability

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION EXPOSURES

• Inside/Outside: Work inside and outside
• Cold/Heat: Adverse conditions possible
• Wet/Dry: Adverse conditions possible
• Noise/Vibrations: Frequent exposure to shop and equipment noise
• Hazards: Moderate exposure to chemicals and sharp objects
• Fumes/Dust/Odors: Frequent exposure to dust, fumes and chemicals
• Infectious Diseases: Low exposure

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to read and comprehend technical materials.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.

Ability to listen to and apply information and instructions.

Ability to organize information for concise written records.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent with one year of progressively responsible mechanical experience. Associates, Bachelors or other technical education in mechanics, golf course grounds maintenance, sports turf management, agronomy, or related field is preferred. Possession of valid Nebraska driver’s license required.

TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED

Cell phone, two-way radio, test equipment, mechanic’s hand and power tools, vehicles, precision grinding equipment, gas and electric welding equipment and impact tools, variety of mowers (greens, out-front and gang mowers), aerifiers, tractors, trucks, sprayers, trimmers, pumps, and hand tools.

REMARKS

The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.