Equipment/Shop Manager

Equipment Manager will oversee and facilitate a thorough preventive maintenance program for the two 18-hole golf courses, all clubhouse grounds and utility vehicles used in all departments of the club. This program includes diagnostic and necessary repairs of all equipment used throughout the club. Must be proficient with use of computer to facilitate ordering and record keeping. Must be capable of searching the internet for competitive pricing and securing needed replacement parts and supplies. The ideal candidate must be capable of working with equipment provider personnel in correct diagnostics of equipment issues. The ideal candidate must be willing to learn equipment functions as technology evolves. The ideal candidate will be required to use Task Tracker in record keeping and managing equipment use. Individual applicants will be required to be punctual with preventative maintenance schedules on all units. The ideal candidate will be responsible for training and managing assistant technician.

The Equipment Manager (EM) must be focused on daily cut quality of all reel mowers and rotary mowers. EM must be willing and able to grind reels and bed knives as needed throughout the growing season. Rotary blades must be sharp every time units leave the shop.

The EM will report to the Golf Course Superintendent and/or Director of Agronomy. 

·         Examines, identifies and makes necessary repairs to mechanical failures on all maintenance equipment and operations equipment utilized throughout the club. This includes diesel, gas, and electric units. It also includes handheld units as well as all specialty equipment used in the turf management program.

·         EM must be able and willing to train assistant technicians. The focus is on cut quality for light and heavy-duty mowing equipment.

·         EM will be involved in new hire understanding/training to enhance ability as equipment operators.

·         Daily inspection and adjustments must be made to units used each day. This is most imperative.

·         Must perform routine preventive maintenance services per manufacturer's recommendations.

·         Communicate any needs and/or issues relating to the maintenance, repair and use of equipment to Director of Agronomy, and/or Superintendent.

·         Schedule and assign duties daily to assistant technician.

·         Must maintain organized and clean work area. Must comply with OSHA safety standards and practices.

·         Must maintain accurate records of repairs, preventative maintenance, and parts inventory.

·         Must assist in maintenance and repairs of maintenance facility.

·         Must be willing to evolve with new equipment technology. Continued education will be provided and encouraged by management.