Turf Equipment Technician

Downingtown Golf Course is seeking a skilled and dedicated Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet of golf course equipment. Located in the scenic Chester County, our course is renowned for its pristine condition and exceptional facilities. As a key member of our team, you will ensure that our equipment operates smoothly, contributing to the outstanding golfing experience we offer our members and guests. If you have a passion for mechanics and enjoy working in a beautiful outdoor setting, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become a vital part of our commitment to excellence.

About Us:

Ron Jaworski Golf strives to be an employer of choice. 

When you join our team, you won't only get to use your skills to help grow our business, you also get to join the rapidly expanding Ron Jaworski Golf family. This diverse team takes pride in working hard and playing hard. We foster a culture of opportunity by helping our employees advance their careers and always look for opportunities to promote and celebrate our hard-working staff.

We are passionate about creating memorable experiences for all of our guests while leading the pack and driving change. We strive to build customers for life by getting involved in the community around us and investing in our youth through Jaws Youth Playbook, our 501(c)(3) non-profit charity.

So, whether you love golf, delicious food, or weddings, apply below to use your talent and skills to bring smiles to our guests faces.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for Growth within the Organization

• Employee Golf Privileges

• Chef Prepared Shift Meals at No Cost to Employees

• Ongoing Country Club/Hospitality Training and Experience

• Employee Discounts

Job Tasks/Duties

• Inspects equipment for operating deficiencies.

• Perform major and minor mechanical repairs on various diesel and gasoline-powered equipment under the guidance of the Superintendent.

• Execute a preventative maintenance program to reduce mechanical failures and enhance the performance of all golf course equipment.

• Inspect, diagnose, and resolve mechanical issues for all maintenance equipment.

• Perform blade sharpening, welding, and brazing as necessary to ensure equipment is in top condition.

• Monitor inventory, compare prices on parts and materials before ordering, and maintain an organized and efficient workshop.

• Lubricates and services all course maintenance equipment.

• Repairs and adjusts equipment.

• Maintains repair records on all equipment.

• Establishes and maintains safety procedures for using equipment.

• Maintains safety records.

• Interviews and recommends applicants for maintenance staff positions.

• Performs general overhaul and other preventive maintenance on all equipment.

• Maintains blades of reel mowers.

• Maintains inventory of common equipment maintenance and repair parts.

• Performs emergency repair work out of shop.

• Undertakes body and fender work, fabrication, welding, troubleshooting and repairs to hydraulic and

• electrical systems.

• Communicates and reports any needs or problems relating to course equipment.

• Attends staff meetings.

• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent.

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Graduate of a vocational technical school or post-secondary training in small engine repair or mechanics.

• Four to six years of experience as a mechanic.

• Golf repair equipment experience.

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.

• Frequent repetitive motions.

• Continuous standing and walking.

• May need to use some protective equipment, such as a respirator, gloves, earplugs, eye guards/visors, boots and hat