Equipment Technician

Position: Golf Equipment Technician

Key Responsibilities:

• Keep all equipment in safe working conditions.

• Inspect, diagnose, adjust, and repair mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment.

• Example: Lubricate equipment in accordance with manufacture guidelines

  • Perform preventative maintenance
  • Check and change oil, fluids, and filters
  • Replace hoses, belts, water pumps, batteries, etc.
  • Adjust parking brakes, tire pressure and gas gauges
  • Inspect radiators, water levels and antifreeze
  • Repair or change flat tires
  • Schedule equipment for servicing

• Keep accurate and detailed maintenance records for all equipment.

• Perform mechanical repairs on a variety of 2 strokes, gasoline, and diesel-powered equipment.

• Daily reel maintenance and scheduled sharpening/grinding.

• Hydraulic and Electrical troubleshooting.

• Assist grounds maintenance personnel with various duties on the golf course as required.

• Skilled in the use of mechanical tools.

• Good judgement and reasoning skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Use a variety of testing equipment such as amp meters, voltmeters, gauges, and diagnostic equipment to determine malfunctions and the need for repair.

The above requires either knowledge or have the ability and willingness to learn. 

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• DESCRIPTION OF PHYSICAL EXERTION AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
  Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Employees are required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment and are subject to environmental conditions including cold and heat.

Special Requirements:

• Overtime work is required. Minimum work week is 40 hours plus every other weekend (4-5 hours each Sat/Sun)
• Positive Attitude
• Self-Starter
• Valid driver's license
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Learn to operate equipment.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

• 401k with Company contribution

• Employee uniforms

• Paid Time Off / Vacation Pay / Sick Pay

• Pay per hour, related to experience level with overtime opportunities

• Continuing education opportunities

• Dues paid for professional organization and continuing education

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