Equipment/Shop Manager

About Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club:

Nestled on the beautiful Fort Morgan peninsula between Mobile Bay and the Gulf, Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club is recognized as one of Alabama’s premier golf properties. Located in Gulf Shores, the club offers a unique combination of championship golf and coastal lifestyle. The 27-hole layout provides an enjoyable and memorable experience for players of all skill levels while delivering a rewarding work environment for staff.

Gulf Shores offers an exceptional quality of life with white sand beaches, year-round outdoor recreation, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in a location that people genuinely enjoy living in—not just working in.

Position Overview:
Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club is seeking a skilled and motivated Head Equipment Manager / Head Mechanic to lead the maintenance and performance of our equipment fleet at our prestigious 27-hole, semi-private, resort-style facility along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. 

This position works closely with the Director of Agronomy and Assistant Golf Course Superintendents to support daily operations and ensure equipment is operating safely, efficiently, and at a high standard.
This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in organization, preventative maintenance, and delivering consistent, high-quality performance.

Position Highlights:
•    Part of the Thistle Hill portfolio with opportunity for professional growth.
•    Supportive leadership structure with collaborative decision-making.
•    Opportunity to take ownership of a well-established equipment operation.
•    27-hole high-end facility offering variety.
•    Located in one of the Gulf Coast’s most desirable coastal communities.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Maintain, diagnose, and repair all golf course maintenance equipment
•    Perform reel setup, grinding, and precision adjustments to ensure consistent, high-quality cut
•    Conduct daily inspection of equipment and monitor quality of cut across all playing surfaces
•    Establish and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient shop environment
•    Implement and manage a structured preventative maintenance program
•    Maintain accurate service records and parts inventory
•    Coordinate parts ordering and vendor relationships
•    Train staff on proper equipment operation and care
•    Assist in evaluating and planning equipment replacement and upgrades
•    Additional responsibilities as assigned by Director of Agronomy