Turf Equipment Maintenance Manager

Northwood Club; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Club in Dallas, TX seeks a Turf Equipment Manager to lead our golf course equipment maintenance operation. You will manage the equipment fleet, implement preventative maintenance, prioritize repairs, and monitor costs to ensure reliability for daily play, tournaments, and events.

Ideal candidate has technical education in equipment technology with diesel mechanics training and experience with budget management, parts inventory, and safety adherence in a professional golf course setting.

Qualifications

• Technical education, vocational training, or certification in equipment technology, diesel mechanics, small-engine repair, or related field.
• Experience with computerized equipment maintenance, work-order, or inventory tracking systems.
• Experience managing equipment budgets, tracking repair and parts costs, and supporting capital replacement planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance, diagnosis, repair, and readiness of the golf course equipment fleet (mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, sprayers, turf maintenance equipment).
• Develop and execute a comprehensive preventive maintenance program based on manufacturer recommendations and usage.
• Prioritize repairs to minimize downtime and support daily operations, tournaments, and peak seasons.
• Monitor equipment condition, downtime, maintenance compliance, and repair history; recommend improvements.
• Maintain high cutting-quality standards through reel and bedknife grinding, adjustments, and calibrations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine issues using tools and diagnostic resources.
• Maintain accurate work orders, service records, and maintenance schedules.
• Manage parts inventory, purchasing, and relationships with manufacturers and service providers.
• Maintain a safe, clean maintenance facility and adhere to repair procedures.
• Assist with equipment evaluations, budgeting, and long-term capital planning.
• Train staff on equipment operation, inspections, troubleshooting, and care.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Education

Technical education in equipment technology

Diesel mechanics certification

Tools

Toro equipment

John Deere equipment

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Northwood Club in Dallas, TX seeks a Turf Equipment Manager to lead our golf course equipment maintenance operation. You will manage the equipment fleet, implement preventative maintenance, prioritize repairs, and monitor costs to ensure reliability for daily play, tournaments, and events.

Ideal candidate has technical education in equipment technology with diesel mechanics training and experience with budget management, parts inventory, and safety adherence in a professional golf course setting.