Mechanic (Golf)

This is a technical position with responsibility for the coordination, maintenance, service, and repairs of all golf course equipment.Education Required:  H.S. diploma or equivalent
Preferred:  Vo-tech school diploma or Associate's degree.  
 
Area of Study (major) Preferred:  Automobile or Golf and Turf Equipment repair or related.

Certification(s) Required:  Must be able to obtain ASE Mechanic Certification in at least one category or Certification through a major Turf Equipment Manufacturer within 6 months of hire.
Preferred:  Master Mechanic or Mechanic Certification in at least three (3) categories.
 
License(s) Required:  Valid LA driver's license.
 
Years Relevant Work Experience: 5 years related experience.
Preferred: 10 or more years related experience
 
Other Job Specifications:

• Basic knowledge of mechanics for repairing golf course and turf equipment
• General knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems
• Good attention to detail/communication/interpersonal skills
• Must have a positive attitude with the willingness and desire to learn new skills
• Skill in the care and use of tools for mechanical maintenance and repair work
• Skill in the operation of light to heavy equipment
• Ability to adjust to changing work demands, procedures, technology, and/or priorities
• Ability to operate and maintain all types of small hand and electrical tools used in repairing golf course equipment
• Ability to properly repair and rebuild engines & machinery
• Ability to work independently and accurately
• Ability to lift 25 - 50lbs. frequently
• Ability to read and write the English language and prepare reports
• Ability to work independently and accurately
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

 Essential Functions and Duties:

• Performs and directs troubleshooting, maintenance, service and repair to all golf course and turf equipment including but not limited to the following:greens mowers, slope mowers, trap rakes, ball pickers, tractors, backhoes, fairway mowers, rotary mowers, reel mowers, golf carts, utility trucks, etc.
• Performs, directs, and assigns repairs on mechanical equipment such as engines, drive-trains, and other equipment as necessary.
• Performs, directs, and assigns equipment modifications and upgrades.
• Tests equipment after effective repairs to determine adequacy of work.
• Estimates cost of repair work.
• Purchases parts and supplies under BREC guidelines and policies.
• Maintains records of maintenance and repair work.
• Is responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of the shop, storage areas, rest rooms, offices, and equipment yard.
   
  Secondary Job Duties:
•  Occasionally performs, directs, and supervises other parts of the overall golf course maintenance operation such as operating heavy equipment, mowing, topdressing, etc.    
   
  This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.

As scheduled, within a general framework of 8 hours a day/40 hour a week.  Some weekends and holidays as required.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.  If you do not complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, or etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy. 

An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen, and physical.   

Salary : $37,773