Mechanic

The responsibility of the Mechanic is to assist in maintaining the excellent playing condition of the golf course. The Mechanic will perform major and minor mechanical repairs on a variety of diesel and gasoline powered equipment under the general direction of the Superintendent.

Pay Range: $22.00-25.00/hour

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• 1-3 years Mechanic experience


• Knowledge of small engine repair or automotive


• Must have excellent mechanical and problem-solving skills


• Will train the right mechanic if person has no reel grinding skills


• Knowledge in hydraulic systems


• Must be highly motivated, goal driven and self-starter


• Must be able to work with an assistant mechanic

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and effective preventative maintenance program in conjunction with operators to reduce mechanical failure and poor performance on all golf course equipment


• Repair of all golf course maintenance equipment


• Keep repair records on all equipment


• Maintain a clean shop area and keep it orderly and efficient


• Maintain a clean shop area and keep it orderly and efficient
   


• Maintain an adequate supply of parts through requisitions to the Purchasing Manager
   


• Monitor gas and fuel levels in storage tanks
   


• Assure proper disposal of all related hazardous materials

Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.


• The employee is often required to stand, walk, push, pull, lift grasp, bend and kneel for hours at a time without sitting.


• The employee frequently is required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, crawl, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls.


• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs


• Moderate exposure to all working elements


• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception.


• Noise level is typically loud
  


• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season
  


• Work weekends and holidays