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Turf Equipment Technician

Full-time

By Heritage Golf Group - TPC Prestancia,
Sarasota, Florida,

Golf Course Equipment Mechanic – TPC Prestancia (Sarasota, FL)

Join the team at TPC Prestancia! We are seeking a skilled Golf Course Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet of turf equipment, ensuring optimal performance to keep our championship-caliber course in pristine condition.

About TPC Prestancia:

TPC Prestancia is part of the Heritage Golf Group and offers an exceptional golf experience in Sarasota, Florida. Our two 18-hole courses provide challenging play for members and guests, requiring top-tier maintenance and care.

Position Overview:

The Golf Course Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all golf course equipment, including mowers, utility vehicles, and small engines. This role plays a vital part in supporting our golf course maintenance team by ensuring all equipment is functioning efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain golf course equipment, including gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance to extend the life and performance of turf equipment.
  • Sharpen and adjust reel mowers to maintain high-quality turf conditions.
  • Maintain accurate service records and inventory of tools, parts, and equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
  • Work collaboratively with the Golf Course Superintendent and maintenance team to schedule equipment servicing and repairs.

Educational Requirements

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations

  • Mechanical aptitude is preferred.
  • Ability to safely operate trucks and light motorized equipment.
  • Knowledge of the principles of operation of gasoline engines.
  • Knowledge of maintenance tools.
  • Working knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and other equipment.
  • Ability to comprehend and learn tasks associated with golf course construction/maintenance.
  • Ability to perform required role during emergency situations.
  • Mows greens, tees, collars, approaches, rough and fairways.
  • Aerates greens.
  • Operates turf vac, loader-backhoe, fairway and rough aerifier.
  • Verticuts tees and greens.
  • Spikes greens.
  • Assists in daily course set -up. Moves tee markers and change cups; maintains ball washers;
  • replaces tee towels and flags and cleans course hardware when needed.
  • Maintains gasoline, oil and other equipment fluid levels daily under the direction of the equipment mechanic.
  • Reports any/all equipment problems to the equipment mechanic.
  • and failures to mechanic or supervisors immediately.
  • Maintains maintenance and fluid-use logs (gas and oil) on equipment.
  • Ensures that all equipment receives visual pre-operation check list inspection as directed by
  • the Equipment Manager.
  • Performs basic preventive maintenance on equipment as directed and returns equipment to
  • designated location at the shop.
  • Cleans machinery after each use.

Experience Requirements

Experience:

  • Previous experience as a golf course mechanic, small engine mechanic, or related field required.
  • Strong knowledge of gasoline, diesel, and electric-powered equipment.
  • Experience with reel grinding and sharpening preferred.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and electrical systems.
  • Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in outdoor conditions as needed.

Special Requirements

Licenses and Special Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. 
  •  Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
  • Able to meet and perform physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
  • Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling.
  • Frequent repetitive motions.
  • Continuous standing and walking.
  • May need to use some protective equipment, such as a respirator, gloves, earplugs, eye guards/visors, boots, and hat.

Job Benefits

Why Join TPC Prestancia?

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work at a premier golf facility with a strong team environment.

Date Job is Available

Salary

$70,000 to $75,000 per year

Overtime: No

Job Application Instructions

Send detailed resume to Steven Smith, Superintendent at sesmith@heritagegolfgroup.com

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