Senior Golf Equipment Shop Manager

Genesis Distribution; Destin (FL); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Golf privileges and staff meals

Job summary

Indian Bayou Golf Club in Destin, FL seeks a Golf Course Equipment / Shop Manager to lead maintenance for our turf assets, report to the Superintendent, and ensure safe, high-performing equipment operation.

The role requires 3–5 years as an equipment mechanic, strong skills in reel grinding, hydraulics, and electrical troubleshooting, plus welding and basic computer skills. This on-site position offers early shifts and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as an equipment mechanic, preferably in golf/sports turf.
• Proficiency in grinding reels, troubleshooting hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Welding and metal fabrication skills are highly preferred.
• Must own a basic set of mechanical tools and have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive maintenance and repair of all turf maintenance assets.
• Grind, sharpen, and calibrate reel mowers and bedknives daily.
• Troubleshoot and repair engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Maintain organized records, parts inventory, and service logs.
• Manage shop operations, procurement, and staff training.

Skills

Grind/reel sharpening

Diagnostics & repair

Preventive maintenance

Welding

Basic computer skills

Tool ownership

Education

CTEM – Certified Turf Equipment Manager

EMCP – Equipment Management Certificate Program

Tools

Basic mechanical tools

Job description

Salary Details: Compensation & Benefits •Salary Range: $28 – $32 /hr based on experience. •Health, dental, and vision insurance packages. •Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay. •Golf privileges and complimentary staff uniforms/meals. •Dues paid for professional development through associations like the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA).

Type:

Full Time

Level:

Experienced

Categories:

Equipment Manager

Certifications/Certificates:

CTEM – Certified Turf Equipment Manager

EMCP – Equipment Management Certificate Program

Golf Course Equipment / Shop Manager

Oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance and repair program for our entire fleet of golf course turf maintenance assets.

Reporting directly to the Golf Course Superintendent, the person in this vital position ensures all machinery—valued at over $1.3 is safe and properly maintained.

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled turf mechanic who treats shop management as a professional discipline and takes pride in a clean, organized, and high-performing workplace.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Equipment Maintenance & Calibration

• Reel & Cutting Unit Technology: Grind, sharpen, and precision-adjust reel mowers and bedknives daily to ensure pristine turf quality.
• Diagnostics & Repair: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues across a diverse fleet, including diesel/gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, and advanced electrical setups.
• Preventive Maintenance: Implement, track, and execute a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule for all mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, sprayers, and small handheld power tools.

Shop Management

• Inventory & Purchasing: Oversee the procurement of parts, lubricants, and supplies while maintaining a highly organized and cost-controlled parts inventory.
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed service records, tracking work orders, parts inventory and maintenance schedules for every piece of equipment.
• Facility Oversight: Implement Total Shop Management, keeping the maintenance facility, chemical storage, fuel stations, and equipment wash areas clean, safe, and compliant with state and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Staff Training:Work with the superintendent and department supervisors to educate the grounds crew on the proper, safe operation of machinery and basic daily equipment checks (e.g., checking oil and coolant levels before leaving the shop).
• Supervision: Direct the daily work assignments of the assistant equipment technician.
• Field Collaboration: Work side-by-side with agronomic leadership to prioritize daily equipment needs and occasionally assist with course setup or field operations during peak on-course activity.
• Equipment R&M Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as an equipment mechanic, preferably within a golf course or sports turf maintenance facility.
• Specialized Knowledge: Proven proficiency in grinding reels, troubleshooting heavy hydraulics, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Welding: Proficient in metal fabrication and welding techniques (highly preferred).
• Tools: Ownership of a basic set of mechanical tools required to perform standard daily repairs.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements & General Traits

• Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and spend extended periods standing, bending, and working in various weather environments.
• Ability to work flexible, early morning shifts (often starting between 4:30 AM and 5:30 AM), including weekend tournament rotations.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized mindset with excellent time-management skills.

Possession of a valid driver’s license

About Indian Bayou Golf Club

Indian Bayou Golf Club Destin,FL Opened 1977 Architect: Earl Stone Renovated 2001 – Earl Stone Number of Holes: 18 w/ practice facilities Semiprivate TifEagle greens 419, Celebration fwys and rough. 419, Zeon and Stadium tees