Linville Land Harbor is a semi-private, homeowner-owned, 18-hole golf course and subdivision in Avery County, North Carolina. The golf course and 750-acre community sit between the towns of Pineola and Linville. We are currently in search of a mechanic to manage and maintain our mostly green fleet of John Deere equipment. 

We operate in a low-key, low-pressure environment while still maintaining the golf course to high standards for our members and non-member guests alike. We have recently invested a large amount of capital in the mechanic's work area and tools, including brand new reel & bedknife grinders, a Golf-Lift, a new parts room, and improvements to the building. Most tools will be provided.

LLHGC is a seasonal operation, with the golf course open from early April until Thanksgiving. This position is full-time, year-round, which gives the mechanic a nice off-season for repairs and maintenance on equipment before the upcoming season. 

Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid premium for the employee)
• Life insurance, as well as short and long-term disability
• 401K program participation with company match
• Uniform/clothing allowance
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid dues in approved, professional organizations
• Paid registrations and expenses for approved classes and continuing education events

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter via email to Michael Hayes, Golf Course Superintendent. Email address: michael.hayes@landharbor.com. Other job-related inquiries are welcome. Please see below for a job description related to the position.

Job Summary:           

Perform maintenance and repairs to all golf course equipment owned by the POA and Linville Land Harbor Golf Club.  When requested, assist the golf course staff with necessary maintenance activities.      

Duties and Responsibilities:

• MAINTAIN A CLEAN AND SAFE WORKSPACE and report any deficiencies to the supervising manager.
• Perform routine maintenance and service checks on all equipment.
• Follow a predetermined preventive maintenance program on all equipment and keep records of actions.
• Ensure that equipment is properly prepared and ready for its next use or assignment.
• Maintain a secure inventory of tools, parts, and supplies necessary to carry out routine maintenance.
• Perform metal fabrication and repair work involving the use of welding equipment.
• Perform any other duties relating to golf course maintenance, indoors or outside.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of equipment used in mowing and maintenance work.
• Working knowledge of internal combustion engines.
• Working knowledge of troubleshooting, installing and repairing mowing and mechanical equipment and machines normally used for golf course maintenance activities.
• Ability to use hand tools and other tools specifically designed for golf course equipment.
• Computer skills in record keeping, online ordering of parts, and recording inventory.
• Ability to use tools and meters to accurately diagnose problems and adjust equipment with precision.
• Ability to read schematics and accurately order correct parts for repairs.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to be a TEAM PLAYER with fellow employees and other LLH departments.
• Ability to supervise employees who may be assigned to assist with tasks.
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 75 lbs), walk and stand for long periods, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.

Credentials and Experience:

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid North Carolina class C driver's license.
• Work requires an educational background equivalent to a high school diploma or GED with coursework in skilled crafts or trades.