TURF EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

Socket.dev; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Landscapes Golf Management and The Short Course at Mountain Shadows are looking for a full time Turf Equipment Technician to join our team in Paradise Valley, AZ. You will maintain and repair grounds keeping equipment, manage parts purchasing, and keep accurate maintenance records for club vehicles and equipment.

We value safety, teamwork, and quality service, ensuring the course stays top-tier for guests and members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in a related field preferred.
• Two years of experience in small engine repair or lawn and garden equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment and engines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair grounds keeping equipment and tools.
• Establish and maintain a preventative maintenance program for all golf equipment and carts.
• Operate maintenance equipment and trains operators on proper use and safety.
• Purchase parts and maintain records of maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and comply with safety procedures.

Skills

Maintenance equipment

Repair tools

Engines & mowing

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Small engine repair tools

Job description

Description

Landscapes Golf Management and The Short Course at Mountain Shadows are looking for a full time Turf Equipment Technician.

The Short Course at Mountain Shadows is an 18-hole par-3 golf course located at the base of Camelback Mountain. The course was ranked in the Top 10 short courses in the world by the PGA in October 2025. It is part of the top-ranked Mountain Shadows resort and serves as a prized amenity for resort guests and public golfers alike.

We are looking for a someone who’s passionate about the craft, thrives in a team environment, and is motivated to help make Mountain Shadows one of the best short courses in the world. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something special and make a lasting impact every single day.

Our Values Bring Us Together; Our Expertise Sets Us Apart. We at LGM believe these values are instrumental to our daily operations. LGM Values: Do the Right Thing, Take Care of Each Other, Find a Way, Lead, Be the Best

To learn more about Landscapes Golf Management visit www.landscapesgolf.com .

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all grounds keeping equipment and tools. Maintains the purchasing of parts, recordkeeping and trains equipment operators.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Promotes, works and acts in a manner consistent with the values of LGM.
2. Maintains and inspects the mowing equipment to identify repair and maintenance needs. Reports issues to the Superintendent.
3. Performs maintenance procedures and completes identified repairs necessary for proper operation of the mowing equipment, club cars, small tractors and loaders.
4. Establishes and maintains a preventative maintenance program for all golf equipment, golf cart fleet, and any club vehicles.
5. Operates small engine equipment, golf carts, small tractors and loaders.
6. Trains operators on the proper use of the equipment in a safe manner.
7. Purchases parts necessary for the maintenance of grounds keeping equipment and golf carts.
8. Maintains the records associated with the maintenance and repair of the equipment.
9. Maintains a clean and safe work area.
10. Possesses and understanding of the importance of safety and sees that safe operation procedures are observed in all daily activities. Adheres to the safety program.
11. Attends and actively participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
12. Demonstrates a commitment to the work and success of the club and the Company by being service- and solution-oriented, having positive interactions with all club staff and members/guests, and meeting established quality, service and safety expectations.
13. Performs additional assignments per the direction of club or Company managers.
14. Regular and punctual attendance on site for all scheduled shifts is required.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses.
2. Skill in the use of variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
3. Working knowledge of the theory, care and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment.
4. Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions while repairing equipment.
5. Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work.
6. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain records.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Associates degree in related field preferred.
3. 2 years of previous experience in small engine repair or lawn and garden equipment preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Seeing and hearing: read documents, computer screen, answer phones, communicate in person 0-25%
• Standing and walking 25-50%
• Climbing, stooping, squatting and kneeling 0-50%
• Dexterity: utilizing phone, typing, writing and Driving 50-100%
• Lift in excess of 50 pounds 0-25%

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description may be changed or updated at any time without notice.