Northmoor Country Club is seeking an Assistant Equipment Technician to join our team and mentor under our current Senior Equipment Manager. Our former Assistant Equipment Technician (AET) has moved on to take a new role as Lead Equipment Manager at a nearby Golf Club. The AET will be responsible for assisting with maintaining, repairing, and servicing a wide range of golf course landscaping equipment, vehicles, and machinery used on our golf course. Your role will involve helping to diagnose mechanical issues, performing preventive maintenance tasks, and conducting repairs to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the equipment. The ideal candidate will have a desire to solve problems and be mechanically inclined.

Essential Duties:

The Assistant Equipment Technician repairs and maintains all equipment associated with the Golf Course Maintenance Department on a variety of gasoline and diesel power equipment.
Organizes and maintains a clean and safe maintenance area; performs related tasks as required.
Inspect, service, and repair all equipment as needed, to include, but not limited to oil and fluid changes, brakes, tires, belts, hydraulic and cooling systems, electrical issues, welding and fabrication, sharpening of reels, bed knives and rotary blades and setting quality of cut and height of cut on all cutting units.
Conduct diagnostic tests and inspections to identify the root causes of equipment malfunctions with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in machinery and equipment, using diagnostic tools, diagnostic software, troubleshooting techniques, and repair manuals.
Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
Performs other duties as required by the Senior Equipment Manager and/or the Golf Course Superintendent
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Typical day:
- Preventive maintenance work
- Check the height of cut/adjust reels
- Unforeseen repairs
- Check oil levels
- Check for after cut appearance issues
- Grind reels as necessary
- Sharpen rotary blades
- Grease equipment
- Prep equipment for use as needed

Physical Demands:

Frequently stands and walks; uses hands; reaches with hands and arms; stoops, kneels, crouches or crawls. Occasionally sits, climbs or balances.
Regularly talks or hears.
Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds and occasionally may lift up to 100 pounds.
Regularly works in outdoor weather conditions consisting of wet and humid conditions. Cold and Hot weather conditions.

Education Requirements:

Certification from college or technical school preferred but not required.
At least 1 year golf course experience or experience in similar field preferred or attending/graduated Trade school for small engines, Gas & Diesel engines, or Automotive repair
Valid Driver’s License
Golf course equipment familiarity a plus but not necessary
Ability to use a computer/tablet and Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, ect.)

Additional Requirements:

Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.
- Typical schedule: M-F 5am – 1:30pm Saturday or Sunday 5am – 9am
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Ability to speak and write Spanish a plus but not required.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off
Health, Dental, and Other Insurance options
Association Dues (National GCSAA and Local MAGCS)
Continuing education seminars including GCSAA CTEM Program
401k Program
Meals (during golf season)
Uniforms/Yearly Allowance
Northmoor Country Club provided tools
Free golf on Mondays

Date Job Available:

Immediately

Send resume to:

Jeff Cholewa, Senior Equipment Manager

jeffcholewa@northmoor.org

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