We-Ko-Pa Golf - Head Mechanic

Fort-Mcdowell-Enterprises-; Fort McDowell (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort McDowell Enterprises seeks a Head Mechanic for our golf course maintenance team in Fort McDowell, AZ. The role oversees mechanical repairs on diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered equipment used on the course.

Essential duties include diagnostics, overhauls, blade sharpening, welding, and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment meets manufacturer specifications. A valid driver's license and 2+ years in a golf course shop are required.

Qualifications

• Requires working knowledge of golf course maintenance equipment and automotive mechanics.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a golf course maintenance shop.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and follow written/verbal instructions.
• Must have a valid Driver's License, reliable transportation, and pass a background screening.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical defects in diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered equipment used on the golf course.
• Perform overhauls, sharpen mower blades, and service transmissions, differentials, carburetors, and hydraulic systems.
• Weld or machine parts as needed and perform emergency repairs on site.
• Interpret repair manuals and safety/environmental guidelines to meet specifications.
• Maintain a preventive maintenance program and safe, clean work environment.

Skills

Golf course maintenance

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Tools

Reel grinding experience

Shop tools

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Fort McDowell, AZ, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1545

JOB TITLE: Head Mechanic

DEPARTMENT NAME: Golf Course Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Director of Maintenance

SALARY: D.O.E

POSITION STATUS: Regular Full-Time, FLSA NON-EXEMPT

HOURS PER WEEK: 40

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical defects in diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered vehicles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in golf course work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Essential functions may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

• Provide exceptional guest service to both external and internal guests by maintaining and exhibiting the We-Ko-Pa Way Service Standards: Smile and Greet, name and Meet, Thank You, and Goodbye.
• Sharpen mower blades; disassembles motors and performs general overhauling; grinds valves, repairs transmissions, differentials, carburetors, distributors, fuel pumps, steering systems, starters, generators, universal joints, hydraulic systems, and high‑pressure pumps and valves.
• Welds and may do some machining work in making fittings used in maintenance equipment; frequently makes emergency repairs on the golf course.
• Interprets and applies manufacturers' repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, engineering drawings, diagnostic codes, computer printouts, and environmental and safety manuals to ensure completed work meets manufacturers' specifications.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance program on all equipment purchases, repaired parts, and replacement supplies.
• Requires working knowledge of golf course maintenance equipment and automotive mechanics, skill in the use of a wide variety of equipment repair tools, including reel grinding experience.
• Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions, work orders, and specifications related to maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Additional Duties and Qualifications :

• Requires working knowledge of golf course maintenance equipment and automotive mechanics, skill in the use of a wide variety of equipment repair tools, including reel grinding experience.
• Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions, work orders, and specifications related to maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a golf course maintenance shop.
• Ability to communicate effectively and keep business records.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, management, and guests.
• Must have a valid Driver's License, reliable transportation, and pass a background screening including a DMV records check.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, weekends, and Holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Hear, reach, see, and walk for 67-100% of the workday.
• Eye/hand coordination for 67-100% of the workday.
• Exposure to dust/smoke for 67-100% of the workday.
• Stand for 80-90% of the workday.
• Bend and twist for 1-33% of the workday.
• While working on the casino floor, the employee is exposed to high levels of noise daily.

INDIAN PREFERENCE:

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.