Golf Course Equipment Repair Technician

 Reports to: Golf Course Asst. Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent        

Supervises: No supervisory duties are included in this position.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma
• Six months of experience in golf course maintenance or greenkeeping.
• Experience working with maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment.
• Spanish speaking is a plus

 Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations

• Requires a working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses.
• Requires skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
• Requires a working knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment.
• Requires a working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the profession.
• Requires an ability to move heavy objects.
• An ability to work in a variety of weather conditions while repairing equipment.
• An ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work.
• An ability to communicate effectively and keep business records.
• A knowledge of and/or ability to play the game of golf and understand how job performance affects the playing conditions of the golf course.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, possibly a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

 Job Summary (Essential Functions)

The Equipment Repair Technician reports to the Golf Course Superintendent and/or the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.  This program includes the repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service.  the Equipment Manager properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the Superintendent and/or the Assistant Superintendent.  The Equipment Manager places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building.

 Job Tasks/Duties 

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance       equipment including diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, trucks, trenches, sweepers,   rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
• Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the     proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
• Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.
• Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions,   costs or repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
• Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, frequently makes emergency repairs to   equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.
• Is responsible for shop area maintenance.
• Regulates employees’ use of equipment in absence of Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, if needed, and performs other duties as directed by the Superintendent.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• Valid Driver's License

 Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
• Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
• May need to use some protective equipment, such as a respirator, gloves, earplugs, eye guards/visors, boots and hat.

To Apply

• Email resume to Jeff Ledford, Director of HR at hr@riverhillscc.org