Head Golf Course Maintenance Mechanic

General responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain a preventative maintenance program within budget on all equipment and purchase repair parts and replacement supplies
• Instruct management and crew how to properly and safely maintain and operate equipment
• Establish and maintain safety procedures for using equipment
• Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment including: diesel, electric, and gasoline powered automobiles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work
• Prioritize equipment repair and maintenance work and complete accordingly
• Electronically record details of all repairs made and parts used
• Maintain inventory of equipment and parts purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventative maintenance for all equipment
• Maintain all equipment and vehicles to manufacturers specifications
• Maintain, repair, and overhaul vehicles, such as tractors, sprayers, mowers and irrigation systems
• Spot check equipment for performance, frequently make emergency repairs to equipment on the course and service equipment prior to use
• Maintain fuel levels in machinery and equipment and order as necessary
• Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools
• Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws
• Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses and other machine tools
• Approach all interaction with Members, guests, and colleagues in a courteous, service-oriented manner
• Maintain a clean and safe maintenance building and mechanic workshop; ensure safety is a top priority
• Maintain a preventative maintenance program within budget on all equipment and purchase repair parts and replacement supplies
• Instruct management and crew how to properly and safely maintain and operate equipment
• Establish and maintain safety procedures for using equipment
• Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment including: diesel, electric, and gasoline powered automobiles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work
• Prioritize equipment repair and maintenance work and complete accordingly
• Electronically record details of all repairs made and parts used
• Maintain inventory of equipment and parts purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventative maintenance for all equipment
• Maintain all equipment and vehicles to manufacturers specifications
• Maintain, repair, and overhaul vehicles, such as tractors, sprayers, mowers and irrigation systems
• Spot check equipment for performance, frequently make emergency repairs to equipment on the course and service equipment prior to use
• Maintain fuel levels in machinery and equipment and order as necessary
• Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools
• Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws
• Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses and other machine tools
• Assists course maintenance crew during aerification of course
• Perform routine safety inspections on all golf course maintenance equipment
• Maintain all equipment and vehicles to manufacturers specifications
• Maintain a high level of quality of cut at all times; including reel grinding
• Supervise, schedule and train Assistant Mechanic
• In charge of ordering sand and soils for golf maintenance department
• Attend trainings and meetings as required/requested
• Follow all Club policies, systems, controls and procedures

Experience & Education:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as Head Mechanic
• Minimum of 5 years' experience at premier country club preferred
• Working knowledge of small and large engines, reel mowers, hydraulics, electrical systems, diesel engines, automobiles and welding
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• Ability to work weekend events and weekends as needed
• OSHA Hazard Communication Standard training required
• Training as demanded by the state and federal governments required
• EMCP Certification Level 1/GCSAA Association Dues

Background check and pre-employment drug screening required