About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills, and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. 

What We Offer 

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The full pay range for this position is $27.24/hour - $42.22/hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include, but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

More information on what the City and County of Denver offers its employees can be found here.

Location 

In this position, you can expect to work on-site at Wellshire Golf Course five (5) days per week.

What You’ll Do 

With eight golf facilities, Denver Golf, part of the City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation, has something for everyone! Denver Golf’s diverse portfolio includes one 27-hole regulation golf course, four 18-hole regulation golf courses, one 18-hole mountain golf course, two 9-hole par three golf courses, two Miniature Golf facilities, five driving ranges (including the signature Aqua Golf water range), six Restaurants, and Denver Junior Golf - The First Tee of Denver (one of the largest Junior Golf programs in the country). Denver Golf has outstanding course conditions and top-notch guest services for the best value. From urban golf settings to mountain vistas, you will find it here at Denver Golf.

Wellshire Golf Course provides a country club atmosphere at an affordable price. This is the only public course West of the Mississippi that is a Donald Ross design. Walk in the steps of Ben Hogan while hitting off of lush fairways lined by mature trees. Check out what Wellshire Golf Course has to offer!

It takes a dedicated team of professionals to ensure Denver’s iconic courses can be enjoyed for generations to come. As a Turf Equipment Mechanic, you will play a key role in Denver Golf’s mission to be a national leader in the golf industry regarding accessibility, diversity, environmental stewardship, and building the game for the future.

As a Turf Equipment Mechanic, you will:

• Perform preventative maintenance, repair and overhaul hydrostatic drives and hydraulic operated equipment, water and air-cooled engines, diesel engines, and two/four cycle gasoline engines
• Repair and replace clutches, U-joints, and differential assemblies
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and hydraulic brake systems
• Test hydraulic systems, adjust and repair hydraulic cylinders and valve bodies
• Repair cooling systems; troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild starting/charging systems
• Sharpen reels and blades; repair tires including mounts and dismounts
• Assist in training operators on safety features and operation of turf equipment
• Maintain activity records and prepare reports
• Order and maintain parts and hand tools inventory
• Assist on-course and at other Denver facilities, as needed

What You’ll Bring 

Wellshire Golf Course is looking for a confident, team-oriented person to join their team. Our ideal candidate will be savvy at identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions, will be an adept problem solver, and is willing to learn new trades and skills to support operations. Our ideal candidate will be comfortable working in all weather conditions, not afraid to jump in when needed, and will be comfortable interacting with a diverse team of coworkers, as well as with the public.

In addition, our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Previous golf course experience preferred, but not required
• Experience with hydraulics, small engines, and electrical troubleshooting
• Experience with turf management preferred, but not required
• Excellent organization skills
• Exceptional work ethic
• Experience working with equipment tracking software
• A professional demeanor and collaborative spirit

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Required Minimum Qualifications 

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: 

Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.

Experience Requirement: Two (2) years of experience in the diagnosis, repair and maintenance of gasoline or diesel-powered equipment.
Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
License/Certifications: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.

Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Application Deadline 

This position is expected to stay open until 11:59PM on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 11:59PM on February 2nd.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CJ3076 Fleet Technician II

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$27.24 - $42.22

Starting Pay

Based on experience

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