Turf Equipment Technician

Golf Course Mechanic

Facility: Pocono Manor Golf Course

Summary:
Oliphant Golf Management is seeking an experienced and motivated golf course mechanic to oversee the
maintenance and repair of golf course equipment and golf carts at Pocono Manor Golf Course in Pocono
Manor Pennsylvania.

The mechanic reports to the golf course superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventive
maintenance program. This position includes the repair of failing equipment, record keeping, and placing
orders for parts and supplies.

Skills, expertise and traits:
● Experience with diesel and gas engines, basic knowledge of hydraulics, ability to set and grind reels
● Ability to perform heavy work, push/pull up to 100 lbs of force occasionally and 50 lbs frequently
● Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
● Ability to work at a fast pace

Responsibilities:
● Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance
equipment including, diesel- and gasoline-powered tractors, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and
other mechanical equipment used in utility work and golf carts.
● Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the
proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
● Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.
● Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair
parts and replacement supplies.
● Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions,
costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
● Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, frequently makes emergency repairs to
equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.
● Oversees the shop area maintenance.
● Operates equipment i.e. mowing, rolling, leaf removal on golf course
● Regulates employees' use of equipment in the absence of the superintendent, if needed, and performs
other duties as directed by the superintendent

Oliphant Golf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means we treat all employees and applicants fairly, legally, and consistently. We will not discriminate, nor allow any employee to discriminate against a job applicant or employee because of national origin, race, ancestry, color, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, sexual identity, marital status, sex, age, citizenship, veteran status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

Please submit resumes to: Brian Hall, Golf Course Superintendent, bhall@oliphantcompanies.com