Equipment/Shop Manager
The Equipment Manager is to oversee a comprehensive preventive maintenance and repair program of all Turf Equipment. Assist in personnel, budgets, and purchases. All employees should be punctual, have good communication skills, have a good attitude, a strong work ethic, and enjoy a team atmosphere. The Equipment Manager will direct, monitor, and perform major and minor mechanical repairs on various diesel and gasoline-powered equipment under the general direction of the Golf Course Superintendent.
The responsibility of this position is managing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence. The position requires above-average attention to detail, concern for the exact correctness of work, and a strong commitment to tasks completed on time. The person in this position will take work seriously, has a strong sense of duty, and is disciplined. A somewhat faster-than-average pace will be the norm for this position. Detailed, specialized work is the major focus.
About
Grandfather Golf & Country Club is a private 36-hole facility located in Linville, NC open from May to October with 12,000 annual rounds. Designed by Ellis Maples in 1968. Greens, tees, and fairways are Creeping Bentgrass/ Poa. Kentucky Bluegrass/ Mtn. mix roughs. The right individual will have the opportunity to aid in maintaining the #2 golf course in North Carolina.
- Agronomy Team Full Time Staff: 13, 21 seasonal staff members.
- Equipment: Toro walking reel mowers, John Deere and Toro fairway/rough/triplex units, John Deere Tractors, Dakota topdressers, Salsco Rollers, Toro sprayers, Yanmar Excavator, JCB backhoe, and Foley grinders. All Equipment is owned.
Educational Requirements
- 2-4 years of Mechanic experience.
- Must have supervisory, coaching, and staff development experience.
- Must have a strong business aptitude.
- Knowledge of small engine repair.
- Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
- Ability to inspect equipment and related components.
- Must be highly motivated, goal-driven, and self-starter.
- Must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Preferred experience with John Deere and Toro cutting units.
Experience Requirements
2-4 years of Mechanic experience dealing with small engines, mowers, and/or turf equipment.
Special Requirements
- Conduct and effective preventative maintenance program in conjunction with operators to reduce mechanical failure and poor performance on all golf course equipment.
- Repair of all equipment and golf carts.
- Keep repair and maintenance records on all equipment.
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical problems for all maintenance equipment.
- Set heights and sharpen blades on the cutting units. Make cuts, welds and braze as needed in repairing equipment and mowing units.
- Price comparison on all related parts and materials before ordering.
- Maintain a clean shop area and keep it orderly and efficient.
- Maintain an adequate supply of parts through requisitions to the Purchasing Manager.
- Assure proper disposal of all related hazardous materials.
- Work with the Superintendent and Assistants to provide quality turf conditions.
Job Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Sign on bonus and yearly professional allowance
- Annual Travel/Association/Education Dues
- 401k with club contribution
- Uniforms
- Lunch provided
- PTO/Holiday Pay
- Free Golf
- 40 hours per week out of season, 40-50 hours per week in season
Date Job is Available
Salary
$60,000 to $65,000 per year
Overtime: Yes
Job Application Instructions
Send Resume to: bmull@grandfatherclubnc.com or contact (828) 260-8349
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