Golf Course Head Mechanic

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 Golf Course Lead Mechanic

POSITION SUMMARY:    

This is technical work in the diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of golf course equipment, including mowers, golf carts, small engines, sweepers, sprayers, rollers and other related machinery. The golf course lead mechanic places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building. This position collaborates closely with the course Superintendent/ Assist Superintendents/ Outside Services Manager to plan and coordinate repairs, adjustments, and maintenance of all equipment to ensure it is available for daily use on the golf course.

The lead mechanic must be a team player who strives for excellence with a great attitude and strong work ethic. Join us and you’ll become part of the Copper Rock family – As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing, and we welcome different perspectives. Starting salary is dependent on experience. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Creates schedule and completes preventive maintenance services on vehicles, golf carts, mowers and other specialized course equipment, such as oil changes, tire rotation, replacing filters, brakes, carburetors, servicing transmissions, lubricating chassis and drive lines.

·         Tune/repair engines and drive train assemblies, starters, cutting units, roller bearing and seals, carburetors, fuel pumps, hydraulic motors, hybrid systems, and hoses. Install batteries, tires, lights, and glass.

 

·         Adjust and sharpen reel mowers to ensure proper reel to bed knife adjustment and proper height-of-cut on all cutting units after units go out each day. Mowers will be checked in for use the next day. Greens mowers reels will be ground monthly if not sooner based on amount of use and topdressing practices. Reels should not be back lapped, unless an emergency, if they are not cutting, reels need to be ground to achieve a consistent quality of cut.

 

·         Perform occasional welding, machining, and painting.

 

·         Perform electrical and hydraulic system repairs.

• Prepare purchases based on inventory control and budget. Maintain the course approved budget with parts purchases and tool purchases. All purchases must be authorized by the Superintendent or General Manager.
• Maintain parts inventory necessary for efficient equipment repairs. This includes belts, tires, batteries, sprayer hose, nozzles, and other wearable parts
• Prioritize equipment repairs based on the next days’ needs.
• Assists in the instruction and training of the maintenance workers regarding preventative maintenance, proper cleaning, and safe operation of equipment.
• Maintain records for vehicles and equipment including routine maintenance and major repairs in accordance with Copper Rock standards.
• Report any work-related or patron injuries or incidents to supervisor; report unsafe conditions to supervisor and correct if appropriate; complete incident/accident report forms as needed.
• Ensures OSHA requirements are followed in the shop, recycling, and disposal of used material, including batteries and hazardous materials. (Oil, old parts, bed knives, reels, tires)

·         Spot checks equipment for performance on the course

• If a piece of equipment is not working properly it needs to be tagged and parked aside to eliminate improper/unsafe use and communicated to the supervisor with expected duration before repairs can be made.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent

 

PREREQUISITES:

• Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment & and automotive apparatuses.
• Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
• Working knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Ability to communicate clearly, exercise honesty, integrity, and respect with all guests, co-workers, and golf course management team.
•  Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, communicate effectively with co-workers, guests, and members
• Work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to play the game of golf and understand how job performance affects the playing conditions of the golf course.

• Ability to drive a motor vehicle. A valid Utah driver's license is required

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Often required to stand, walk, push, pull, lift grasp, bend, and kneel for several hours at a time without sitting.
• Ability to climb onto equipment and make repairs as high as 25' in height.
• Ability to lift, bend, and twist while making repairs to vehicles and heavy equipment
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Moderate exposure to extreme heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
• Daily exposure to dusts, dirt and pollens
• Noise level is typically loud

 

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions*

 

STATEMENT:

This job description will be a tool to work from and is not intended to state every duty or responsibility of the Lead Mechanic.  This is not intended to create a contract of employment, nor should it be construed as terms and conditions of a contract of employment with the Company.

This job description and the completion of the duties/responsibilities contained therein weigh heavily on the Annual Job Performance Review and the potential for wage increases.

 

 

Company DescriptionHenderson Hospitality loves their employees We are a smaller company and love being a family. We enjoy coming to work every day and want the same from each person we bring in.Company DescriptionHenderson Hospitality loves their employees We are a smaller company and love being a family. We enjoy coming to work every day and want the same from each person we bring in.

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