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The Head Mechanic reports to the golf course superintendent and/or the assistant golf course superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for the golf course assets. This program includes the diagnostics and 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 or service. The equipment manager properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the superintendent and/or the assistant superintendent, and schedules and directs the work assignments of the assistant equipment manager. The equipment manager places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building.
Job Responsibility:
Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance & resort grounds equipment
Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment
Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work
Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies
Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment
Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, makes emergency repairs to equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use
Oversees the shop area maintenance
Regulates employees' use of equipment in absence of superintendent and assistant superintendent, if needed
Recommends equipment purchases and leases
Requirements:
Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses
Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair
Working knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment
Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the profession
Ability to move heavy objects
Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions while repairing equipment
Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work
Proficiency in computer use, knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applications as specified by supervisor
Ability to communicate effectively and keep business records
Knowledge of and/or ability to play the game of golf and understand how job performance affects the playing conditions of the golf course
Possession of a valid driver's license
Prior work experience on servicing & repairing golf course equipment