Equipment/Shop Manager

POSITION SUMMARY The Equipment Manager oversees a comprehensive preventative maintenance program according to Mountain Lake’s goals, policies and procedures. This position includes the repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment service. The Equipment Manager properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to his reports, and schedules and directs the work assignments of the Assistant Mechanic. The Equipment Manager places safety as top priority and is responsible maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Inspects, diagnoses and repairs various golf maintenance equipment, park service equipment and utility vehicles for Food & Beverage and Residential Services prior to failure or loss of efficiency and productivity; also, Member carts as needed. Assists in training of maintenance crew on pre-operation walk around, proper cleaning of and safe operation of the equipment. Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work and communicates if it might cause a conflict. Maintains a running monthly balance of equipment maintenance expense and communicates when expenses might exceed budget. Keeps records of equipment maintenance repairs and expenses and reports weekly. Maintain parts and equipment inventory to include hours updated monthly. Observe equipment operation and performance, make emergency repairs in field if necessary. Oversee and responsible for shop safety, maintenance, organization and cleanliness. Report any concerns immediately to supervisors. If instructed, serves as supervisor in the absence of Assistant Superintendent. Communicates successes, concerns, observations, problems and mistakes in a timely manner. Perform other duties as assigned by management. REQUIRED COMPENTENCIES / SKILLS Working knowledge of the light and heavy equipment used in golf maintenance. Skilled in the use of equipment repair tools and various types of common repairs. MOUNTAIN LAKE CORPORATION POSITION DESCRIPTION 2 Ability to trouble shoot. Ability to effectively communicate and keep business records. Knowledge of the game of golf and understanding of how conditions affect the golfer and playability. Must maintain positive effective and professional employee relations. Ability to follow oral and written directions. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Must have extensive knowledge of small engine, diesel, hydraulics and budgeting. Minimum of one (1) or more years in golf course maintenance and country club experience. Possession of a valid driver's license; commercial driver license preferred. Private Club experience preferred. Knowledgeable and able to perform 5-star service. MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE Equipment Manager will be evaluated and tested at various times throughout the season based upon their knowledge, basic skills, team attitude and Member recognition. Equipment Manager will be given a 90-day review and an annual review (once a year). Equipment Manager will be reviewed based on job performance, attendance, dependability, cooperation with co-workers, initiative on the job, and the quality and quantity of their work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to carry equipment back and forth to different areas when needed. Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions. Ability to trouble shoot. Frequent lifting, bending, twisting, climbing, stooping, reaching and pulling. Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours per shift. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 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. Exposure to the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Exposure to various types of Florida weather conditions including: sunshine, heat, and rain. Must encompass basic coping skills for stressful situations that may arise. 3 OTHER DUTIES The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties are intended to describe those functions are essential to the performance of this job and “other” duties (if defined) include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other jobrelated duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. EEO STATEMENT Mountain Lake does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.