GCM - Assistant Mechanic

Description

Assistant Mechanic

Location: Melbourne,Florida

Department: Golf Course Maintenance/Agronomy

EmploymentType: Full-Time

Compensation: $24.00–$25.00per hour, based on experience

ReportsTo: EquipmentManager/DirectorofAgronomy

Position Overview

Suntree Country Club is seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented Assistant Mechanic to join our Agronomy Department.

Suntree Country Club features two 18-hole championship golf courses, the Classic and Challenge, along with extensive practice facilities. Maintaining these facilities to the highest standards requires a reliable, well-maintained equipment fleet and a dedicated maintenance team.

Under the direction of the Equipment Manager, the Assistant Mechanic will assist with the inspection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of golf course maintenance equipment. This individual will work collaboratively with the equipment maintenance team and golf course superintendents to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and consistently.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their workmanship, demonstrates strong mechanical abilities, and understands the importance of equipment performance in delivering exceptional playing conditions for our membership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

EquipmentMaintenanceandRepair

• Inspect,diagnose,troubleshoot,maintain,andrepairgolfcoursemaintenanceequipment, including reel mowers, rotary mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, sprayers, and other specialized turf equipment.
• Performscheduledpreventativemaintenance,includingoilchanges,lubrication,filter replacements, hydraulic system inspections, and routine equipment servicing.
• Diagnosemechanical,electrical,andhydraulicissuesandassistincompletingnecessaryrepairs.
• Readandinterpretequipmentservicemanuals,technicaldiagrams,andelectricaland hydraulic schematics.
• Assistwithwelding,fabrication,andequipmentmodificationswhennecessaryandwithin demonstrated competency.
• Respondpromptlytoequipmentbreakdownsandassistwithemergencyrepairsinthe field to minimize operational downtime.

QualityofCutandEquipmentPerformance

• Assistinmaintainingexceptionalquality-of-cutstandardsacrossallplayingsurfaces, including greens, tees, fairways, approaches, and roughs.
• Inspect,adjust,sharpen,andgrindcuttingunitstoensureproperreel-to-bedknifecontact and cutting performance.
• Performdailyequipmentinspectionsandadjustmentstomaintainproperheightsofcut and consistent mowing performance.
• WorkcloselywiththeEquipmentManagerandgolfcoursesuperintendentstoaddress mowing concerns and equipment performance.
• Monitorequipmentperformancethroughoutdailyoperationsandproactivelyidentify potential mechanical issues.

ShopOperationsandSafety

• Maintainaclean,organized,andprofessionalequipmentmaintenancefacility.
• Properlymaintainandorganizeshoptools,equipment,replacementparts,andsupplies.
• Assistwithtrackingequipmentmaintenancerecords,repairhistory,partsinventory,and preventative maintenance schedules.
• FollowallClubsafetypolicies,equipmentoperatingprocedures,andapplicable environmental regulations.
• Ensureproperhandling,storage,anddisposalofoils,fuels,chemicals,andother maintenance materials.
• Promoteasafe andproductiveworkingenvironment.

GolfCourseOperationsandTeamSupport

• AssisttheAgronomyDepartmentwithdailygolfcoursemaintenanceassignmentswhenneeded.
• Operategolfcoursemaintenanceequipmentsafelyandeffectively.
• Supporttournamentpreparationandspecialeventsrequiringadditionalequipment servicing or maintenance support.
• CommunicateeffectivelywiththeEquipmentManager,superintendents,andfellowteam members regarding equipment availability and repair needs.
• PerformadditionaldutiesasassignedbytheEquipmentManagerorDirectorofAgronomy.

Qualification and Experience

RequiredQualifications

• Previousmechanicalmaintenanceexperienceorrelatedtechnicaltraining.
• Workingknowledgeofsmallengines,gasolineanddieselengines,hydraulicsystems, and electrical components.
• Abilitytosafelyoperatecommonhandtools,powertools,andmechanicaldiagnosticequipment.
• Abilitytofollowwrittenandverbalinstructions.
• Strongattentiontodetail,organizationalskills,andacommitmenttoqualityworkmanship.
• Abilitytoworkindependentlywhilecontributingtoateam-orientedenvironment.
• Validdriver'slicenseand acceptabledrivingrecord.
• Willingnesstoworkearlymornings,weekends,andholidaysasrequiredbygolfcourse operations and tournament schedules.

PreferredQualifications

• Previousexperiencemaintaininggolfcourseor commercialturfmaintenanceequipment.
• Experiencewithreelmowergrinding, sharpening,andprecisioncutting-unitadjustments.
• FamiliaritywithJohnDeere,orsimilarturfmaintenanceequipment.
• Experiencewithwelding, fabrication,andequipmentpainting.
• Basiccomputerproficiencyandexperiencewithcomputerizedequipmentmaintenance tracking systems.
• Highschooldiploma,GED,ortechnical/vocationaleducationinmechanicsorarelatedfield.

Physical and Working Requirements

• Abilitytolift,carry,push,ormoveequipmentandmaterialsweighingupto60pounds, with assistance or appropriate equipment when necessary.
• Abilitytostand,walk,bend,kneel,crouch,reach,andworkinvariouspositionsfor extended periods.
• Abilitytoworksafelyaroundmovingmachinery,mechanicalequipment,andpoweredtools.
• ComfortableworkingindoorsandoutdoorsinFlorida'svaryingweatherconditions.
• Abilitytoworkinanenvironmentinvolvingnoise,dust,grease,oils,andothermaterials commonly associated with equipment maintenance.
• Abilitytoproperlyutilizerequiredpersonalprotectiveequipment(PPE).

Compensation and Benefits

HourlyPay:$24.00–$25.00,based onqualificationsandexperience.

Suntree Country Club offers a competitive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including:

• MedicalInsurance
• DentalandVisionInsurance
• 401(k)RetirementPlan
• PaidTimeOff
• PaidHolidays
• ContinuingEducation

Our Commitment to Excellence

At Suntree Country Club, our Agronomy Department takes pride in delivering exceptional golf course conditions through teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

The Assistant Mechanic plays an important role in that mission by ensuring our equipment is dependable, properly maintained, and ready to perform at the highest level each day.

We are looking for an individual who takes ownership of their responsibilities, values teamwork, and is committed to helping Suntree Country Club maintain its reputation for quality golf course conditions.

If you are interested, please send your resume in to: [email protected]

Requirements

As part of the hiring process Suntree Country Club does complete drug screening, background and driving checks.