Equipment Shop Manager
Job Details
ABOUT THE PEPPER PIKE CLUB
Founded in 1924, Pepper Pike Club is an exclusive, private, member-owned golf club in Northeast Ohio. Established by visionaries committed to creating a club devoted solely to golf, Pepper Pike remains true to that purpose more than a century later. Its William Flynn–designed course hosts approximately 8,000 rounds annually during an April through October golf season. The Club’s small, close-knit membership and deep ties to Greater Cleveland’s philanthropic community reflect a tradition of stewardship, collaboration and long-term excellence.
POSITION SUMMARY
Pepper Pike Club is seeking a skilled, hands-on Head Equipment Manager who brings energy, enthusiasm and pride to their work. Whether you are an established technician considering a compelling next chapter or an accomplished assistant ready to lead, this is an opportunity to make a lasting contribution at a Club that respects and looks after its employees.
At Pepper, the care we give our course begins with the people behind it. Employees are valued for their expertise, dedication and ideas, and treated with respect. We are seeking someone who wants to build a rewarding future here, with the trust to lead, room to grow and the opportunity to take genuine ownership of their department.
Working closely with the Golf Course Superintendent, the successful candidate will take a proactive approach to equipment management through thoughtful planning, comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules and precise attention to quality of cut. The cleanliness, organization and presentation of the fleet and shop will reflect the Club’s standards and commitment to protecting its investment.
The successful candidate will have full autonomy to build and lead their own Equipment Maintenance Team, selecting and developing personnel and establishing the systems, standards and culture of the operation. Your expertise and ideas will help shape the department’s future, with the opportunity to create a team and workspace you are proud to call your own.
The current fleet includes Toro, John Deere and Jacobsen equipment, along with utility vehicles and specialized machinery. A new John Deere lease package for greens, tees, fairways and approaches will arrive in 2027, as well as new GPS sprayers and rollers, reinforcing the Club’s continued investment in exceptional course conditioning. John Deere experience is an advantage but is not essential.
Job Benefits
Pepper Pike Club offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package:
• Starting at $35 per hour, with higher pay available for demonstrated expertise and leadership.
• 100% reimbursement of eligible health insurance premiums, up to a monthly allowance based on individual or family
coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Bonus opportunity.
• Uniform allowance.
• Relocation assistance, if needed.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
Job Requirements
• Lead the equipment maintenance operation, including team development, preventive maintenance, repairs, recordkeeping and shop organization.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule, anticipating service needs and tracking inspections, service intervals and repairs to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose, maintain and repair precision mowing equipment, utility vehicles, sprayers and other specialized golf course machinery.
• Maintain exceptional quality of cut through reel grinding, sharpening, cutting-unit setup and precise adjustments.
• Coordinate daily equipment readiness, service priorities and seasonal maintenance plans with the Golf Course Superintendent and management team.
• Manage parts inventory, service records, purchasing and vendor relationships while supporting responsible budget management.
• Maintain consistently high standards of equipment and shop cleanliness, organization and presentation, reflecting the Club’s attention to detail and protecting its investment.
• Establish safe working practices and train staff in the proper operation, cleaning and care of equipment.
• Recruit, train and mentor the Equipment Maintenance Team, fostering accountability, collaboration and pride in workmanship.
• Evaluate equipment needs and emerging technologies, recommending improvements that strengthen reliability, efficiency and course conditioning.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing golf course or comparable turf equipment, including reel and rotarycutting systems.
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills across gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in reel grinding, cutting-unit setup and precision adjustment.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage preventive maintenance schedules, service records, parts inventory and competing priorities.
• The leadership and communication skills to build, develop and manage an effective equipment maintenance team.
• Comfortable using computers, diagnostic technology and equipment management software to maintain accurate service records, track repair history, schedule preventive maintenance and manage parts inventory.
• A progressive, proactive mindset, with the initiative to anticipate needs, solve problems and continually improve the operation.
• Pride in the quality of one’s work and in maintaining a clean, organized and professional working environment.
• Experience with John Deere equipment, GPS-equipped sprayers, autonomous equipment and equipment management technology is desirable but not required. Relevant technical education, certifications and manufacturer training are valued.
Salary Range
$35 per hour
Availability
Application Details
Gavin Johnson
Golf Course Superintendent
Pepper Pike Club
gjohnson@pepperpikeclub.com
