Equipment Manager

We're hiring an Equipment Manager for Bella Ridge Golf Course!

At Troon, we believe our Associates are our greatest strength and competitive advantage. Whether you have a specialized trade or possess a knack for solving complex technical issues, there's an exciting opportunity for you to apply your skills at Bella Ridge Golf Course.

Ideal candidates are analytical problem solvers. They have extensive knowledge of the care and operation of internal combustion engines, hydraulic systems, and equipment maintenance.

Pay range: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00/yr DOE

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:

• Maintains a working knowledge of agronomy programs and schedule of events

• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots components such as pressure relief and reduction valves, pumps, filtration equipment, pump motors/drives, and communication systems associated with the water delivery for the property

• Maintains a preventative maintenance program on all equipment, purchases repair parts and replacement supplies. Places orders for parts/supplies as needed for equipment or service and tracks expenses and inventories for budget purposes

• Inspects, adjusts, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in many types of golf course maintenance equipment

• Performs mower grinding/sharpening, performs general overhaul of motors, reels, installs and adjusts braking systems

• Performs machining or welding work in making fittings used in repair of maintenance equipment

• Maintains records of preventative maintenance, repairs made, parts ordered

• Maintains up-to-date working knowledge of light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment and automotive apparatus

• Knowledge of the theory, care and operation of internal combustion engines, hydraulic systems and mowing equipment maintenance such as grinding, sharpening and adjustment

• Diagnoses mechanical troubles and schedules appropriate preventative maintenance work

• Follows sound purchasing procedures utilizing preferred vendors, when possible.

• Helps to control costs and expenses in the maintenance of the equipment fleet relating to parts purchases, inventory levels, service work, fuel inventories and related items.

• Aids the ongoing hiring, training, and coaching of staff

• Aids the course lead in the proper winterization of the golf course

• Manages the seasonal staff during the absence of the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent

• Manages department members that may include but is not limited to: Assistant Mechanic(s), greenskeepers, and equipment operators

• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance

• Performs other duties as required

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

Benefits:

• Medical Plans

• Prescription Plan

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Accident Injury Insurance

• Hospital Care Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Wellness Support

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Identity Theft Insurance

• Employee Assistance & Wellness Support Program

• 401(k)

• Pet Insurance

• Legal Services

• Holiday Pay

Application Deadline: September 22, 2024