Assistant Mechanic

Description

• The Assistant Mechanic supports the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of all golf course maintenance equipment and machinery at Westwood Country Club. Working under the direction of the Equipment Manager, this position assists with preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, mower setup, troubleshooting, and the daily organization and operation of the equipment maintenance facility.
• The Assistant Mechanic works closely with the Equipment Manager and Grounds Department team to ensure equipment is safe, properly maintained, and available to support daily golf course and property maintenance operations.

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of golf course equipment, including mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, specialty turf equipment, small engines, and other machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance, routine servicing, and repairs as assigned by the Equipment Manager.
• Assist with diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine-related problems.
• Complete repairs efficiently and communicate equipment issues or additional repair needs to the Equipment Manager.
• Assist with emergency repairs and equipment breakdowns to minimize operational downtime.

• Assist with the maintenance, adjustment, sharpening, and setup of reel and rotary cutting equipment.
• Check cutting units regularly for proper operation and quality of cut.
• Perform reel grinding, bedknife grinding, back lapping, height-of-cut adjustments, and other cutting-unit maintenance as trained and assigned.
• Work with the Equipment Manager and Grounds staff to identify and correct equipment-related quality-of-cut concerns.

• Follow established preventive maintenance schedules for the Club's equipment fleet.
• Perform oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, fluid checks, tire maintenance, battery service, and other routine maintenance.
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, leaks, loose components, and other potential problems.
• Identify and report developing mechanical issues before they result in equipment failure.

• Assist with preparing equipment for daily golf course maintenance operations.
• Ensure equipment is fueled, serviced, adjusted, and ready for use when required.
• Inspect equipment returning from operation and report or repair identified problems.
• Assist with seasonal equipment preparation and maintenance.

• Assist the Equipment Manager with maintaining an organized inventory of replacement parts, tools, lubricants, fluids, and shop supplies.
• Notify the Equipment Manager when parts or supplies need to be reordered.
• Maintain organized storage areas for parts, tools, and maintenance materials.
• Assist with receiving and organizing equipment parts and supplies.

• Accurately document maintenance and repair work performed on equipment.
• Assist with maintaining service histories, preventive maintenance records, operating hours, and parts replacement information.
• Utilize equipment maintenance software and other record-keeping systems as required.

• Assist Grounds Department employees with basic equipment questions and proper equipment operation.
• Help identify equipment damage, improper operation, or maintenance concerns.
• Reinforce expectations for daily inspection, cleaning, fueling, and proper care of Club equipment.
• Communicate equipment problems and operational concerns to the Equipment Manager.

• Follow all established shop, equipment, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ensure guards, shields, safety switches, and other equipment safety devices remain properly installed and operational.
• Properly handle and store fuels, oils, batteries, lubricants, chemicals, and other maintenance materials.
• Maintain a safe working environment and immediately report unsafe equipment or conditions.

• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, efficient, and professionally organized equipment maintenance facility.
• Clean and properly store tools and equipment after use.
• Maintain shop equipment and work areas in good condition.
• Assist with proper disposal and storage of waste oil, filters, batteries, tires, and other maintenance materials.
• Work closely with the Equipment Manager, Director of Grounds, Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, and Grounds staff to support daily operations.
• Respond to equipment needs and breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Help ensure equipment availability for daily…