Equipment/Shop Manager

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

This role will be located at Maverick Golf and Ranch Club, set outside of Fort Worth, TX.

Maverick Golf and Ranch Club is seeking a Head Mechanic to join the Golf Course Maintenance Department.

Maverick is the newest property in the Discovery Land Company portfolio. The facility will be comprised of a Fazio designed 18 hole championship course, 9 hole par 3 course, state of the art practice facility and short game area, with an additional 12 holes to be added during the final phase of the project. The turf selections are robust in nature, and aim to offer a wide variety of different playing surfaces. On the championship course, the greens will be seeded with 007XL bentgrass, and built to USGA specifications. The tee’s and fairways will be comprised of stadium zoysia, while the roughs will be zeon zoysia. On the par 3 course, tiff eagle will be utilized on the putting surfaces. The tee’s, fairways, and rough will sodded with tifftuff bermuda that is overseeded in the fall. Maverick equipment will be primarily comprised of Toro cutting units, Toro allied products, and Kubota heavy equipment.

The Head Mechanic will serve as the primary manager for the golf course equipment fleet. They will report directly to the Director of Agronomy, and work closely to identify the immediate and future needs of the golf course. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Uses sound grinding principles to keep cutting equipment razor sharp at all times.

• Provide servicing, repairs, and maintenance to a range of vehicles and machines according to the stringent best-practice.

• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently.

• Orders and installs replacement parts for machines.

• Understand and maintain the basics mechanics of golf, horticultural, agricultural, and machinery.

• Oversee the mechanics workshop and facilities to ensure efficient operations and a high level of service.

• Cleans, organises, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.

• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.

• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.

• Maintain the highest possible standards of integrity and diplomacy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a head golf course mechanic

• Clear understanding and knowledge of maintenance for horticultural, agricultural, and heavy plant machinery.

• Working knowledge of basic agronomics and course presentation.

• Knowledge of all applicable legislation, regulations, and best practice, including Health and Safety, to ensure compliance.

• Fabrication skills

• Basic computer skills

• Must posess a valid driver’s license.

Additional Requirements

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.

• Must be able to work flexible work hours as needed due to business demands.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and a shift greater than eight (8) hours in length.

Benefits

• Salary Range 110-115K Annually Dependent on Experience 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

• 401k Contribution

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs

• Holiday Pay

• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities

• Work-Family Culture

About Us
Maverick seamlessly blends classic Western charm and modern luxury, providing a world-class golf experience accentuated by its rare 90 feet of elevation change. With 1,100 acres of rolling hills, pastoral farmland, and nearly a mile of Dutch Branch Creek, this is a truly special place in the heart of Texas. The community offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and cowboy culture, embracing a laid-back Texas feel, while dedicated to a healthy lifestyle and environmental sustainability. In addition to its world-class sports performance amenities, the club includes three distinct golf experiences designed by Tom Fazio, including an 18-hole championship course, a 12-hole executive course, and a 9-hole par 3 course. At Maverick, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse communities to provide the highest level of service that contributes to the creation of unforgettable experiences.

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com

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