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, electric and gasoline powered equipment under the general direction of the Superintendent.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• 1-3 years Mechanic experience


• Valid drivers license


• Knowledge of small engine repair


• Grinding knowledge of reel and bed knifes


• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely


• Ability to inspect equipment and related component


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


• Must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Responsibilities:

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


• Repair of all equipment and maintenance carts


• Make cuts, welds and braze as needed in repairing equipment and mowing units


• Keep repair and maintenance records on all equipment


• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical problems for all maintenance equipment


• Set heights and sharpen blades on the cutting units. It’s expected that reel mowers will be checked after each use and all reel mowers will be faced weekly.


• Price comparison on all related parts and materials before ordering


• 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 five 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 30lbs and occasionally may lift up to 100 pounds.


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


• Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, Mechanical hazards and electrical hazards. Daily exposure to dusts and pollens


• Noise level is typically loud


• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season


• Work weekends and holidays

Job Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account (HSA), Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Assistance, Uniforms, Vacation, Golfing privileges, discounts in proshop & Restaurant, and local Association dues.

Salary:

$65,000 to $78,000 SALARY

Date Available:

ASAP

Job application instructions:

Please send resumes to:

Scott McCullough Golf Course Superintendent

2020 Golf Course Rd.

Auburn, Ca 95602

[email protected]