Lead Golf Course Equipment Maintenance Engineer

Job Description Summary of Functions:

This position reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent and is responsible for the maintenance, repair, preventative service, and operational readiness of all golf course equipment to support Kalispel Golf and Country Club’s (KGCC) premium course standards.

The Lead Golf Course Equipment Maintenance Engineer is responsible for oversight of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all golf course equipment, directs training for team members in the proper and safe use and maintenance of the golf course equipment, assists the Golf Course Superintendent with maintaining a safe working environment in the maintenance building and on the course. Responsible for the cleanliness and overall appearance of the maintenance facility.

• Understand and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements and regulations as applicable to golf course operations (Tribal, State and Federal).
• Make major and minor repairs on a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment.
• Responsible for preventive maintenance scheduling and reporting.
• Place orders for parts and supplies as needed for equipment repairs and services.
• Keep up to date records and inventory of needed parts to maintain each piece of equipment.
• Train all staff in the safe operation of equipment, including pre and post operation procedures.
• Actively works in constant collaboration with Golf Course Superintendent and Assistant Golf Course Superintendents, as well as team members, to maintain awareness of service activities.
• Ensure all equipment is safe, efficient, and in operable condition at all times.
• Organizes and maintains a clean service area, operations building, and fuel storage area.
• Inspects, adjusts, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical defects in the many types of golf course maintenance equipment.
• Performs necessary machinery set up, grinding and maintenance of all reel and rotary units.
• Performs general overhaul of engines.
• Repairs transmissions, differentials, carburetors, distributors, fuel pumps, steering systems, starters, generators, universal joints, hydraulic systems, and high-pressure pumps and valves.
• Has the ability to read and troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, and machine manuals and schematics.
• Installs and adjusts brakes.
• Installs batteries, tires, wiring, and glass.
• Performs machining, fabrication, and other welding work in making fittings used in automotive equipment.
• Performs occasional automotive painting or body and fender repair work.
• Maintains records of preventive maintenance schedules and needs, repairs made, purchase orders, parts inventory, fuel and lubricant usage, and time worked.
• Performs additional golf course related tasks as required.

Directly supervises Assistant Course Mechanic. This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures, applicable laws, and regulations. Responsibilities include interview, hire, and train employees; assist in assigning and directing work; appraise performance; issue corrective actions, address complaints and resolve problems.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Obtain and maintain a Kalispel Tribal Work Permit
• Valid driver’s license.
• Possess a reliable form of transportation to and from the golf course to accommodate work schedule.
• Have flexible scheduling to accommodate operational demands.
• Must maintain good and consistent attendance.
• Must have a general understanding of the game of golf.
• Responsible for following the proper dress code for the KGCC Groundskeeping staff.
• Responsible for following safety and code requirements and practices for all job duties.
• This job description does not list all duties of this position. You may be instructed by management to perform other duties as assigned.
• Skill in solving practical problems in a high demand position.
• Excellent organization skills, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates ability to be proactive and remain positive in a multi-tasking, high demand position.
• Flexible with…