Assistant Equipment Mechanic - Golf Course

Job Title:

Assistant Equipment Mechanic – Golf Course

Location:

Golf Course – Westminster, CO 80031

Position Type:
Full Time | Salary: $42,100.00 - $58,900.00

Reports To:

Equipment Manager

Status:
Full‑Time | FLSA:
Non‑exempt

Under general supervision of the Equipment Manager, assists in the implementation of the comprehensive preventative maintenance for all equipment; performs minor repairs on a variety of gasoline and diesel powered equipment and assists on major repairs; assists in the adjustment, preventative maintenance, and repair of both reel and rotary cutting units; keeps all equipment in efficient, operable condition at all times;

maintains a record of service and repairs; organizes and maintains a clean service area and maintenance building; and performs related tasks as required.

• Performs preventative maintenance of many types of golf course maintenance equipment.
• Maintains a complete record of preventative maintenance and repairs performed on equipment.
• Inspects and diagnoses mechanical defects or failures in golf course and other district equipment; includes general adjustment and minor repair of carburetors, ignition systems, starters, generators, fuel pumps, braking systems, steering systems, universal joints, hydraulic systems, engines, and differentials.
• Assists in the training and development of other equipment operators and maintenance personnel.
• Maintains an inventory of parts, tools, and supplies to assure availability and meet maintenance schedules.
• Assists in rotary and reel cutting unit setup, adjustment, and maintenance.
• Coordinates with the Equipment Manager and other staff members on use and availability of golf course equipment.
• Responsible for safety of employees and public during routine maintenance and maintenance projects.
• Properly disposes of contaminated fuel, waste oil, oil filters, and batteries as regulated.
• Attends training sessions, workshops, staff meetings, and conferences as required.
• Assures tools and machines used in the shop are maintained and kept in good and safe condition.
• Assists with equipment preventative maintenance programs of other district facilities.
• Operates heavy and light equipment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

• Working knowledge of light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
• Skills in the use of a wide variety of equipment repair tools and in making mechanical repairs.
• Basic computer skills.
• General knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine maintenance and repair.
• MUST be able to learn basic skills in hydraulic repair.
• MUST be able to learn basic welding skills.
• MUST be able to learn basic knowledge of turf grass management practices and operations.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. to a height of 3 ½ feet.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with weather and temperature extremes.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be available to be on‑call at all times.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in preventative maintenance and repair of small equipment.
• Experience in small engine rebuilds, hydraulics, and set up and sharpening of reels and bed knives, preferred.
• Golf Course experience also preferred.
• Must have a valid State of Colorado driver's license.

All finalists selected for employment must undergo a thorough criminal background check.