Turf Equipment Technician

Job Overview

Responsible for all equipment maintenance and repairs of all golf course and non-guest carrying vehicles.  Responsible for making major and minor repairs on a variety of gasoline, diesel and electric powered equipment.

Specific Responsibilities

·         Schedule and perform appropriate preventative maintenance work

·         Perform routine functions of maintenance and repairs of golf course/project equipment, tractors, riding mowers, hand mowers, and all other maintenance equipment

·         Keep all mowing equipment operable and properly sharpened

·         Keep service records on all equipment and major repairs to facilitate historical evaluations

·         Maintain shop in neat, orderly condition

·         Work with Superintendent and Golf Maintenance Crew in training and safety of equipment with entire staff

·         Maintain appropriate inventory control

·         Stay current with industry trends and training

·         Responsible for oil, gasoline, and diesel inventories and fuel facility.  Make sure orders are received, correct, and accounted for

Education and Experience

·         High school degree or equivalent – Required

·         Minimum one year experience as head mechanic or shop manager of golf course operation – Required

·         Additional two years minimum for general maintenance of equipment, engines, diesel and gas cycle engines

·         General understanding of golf course maintenance operations

·         Valid driver’s licensse