Location: Rome,GA, USA
Under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent the Mechanic works in the repairing and maintenance of various gasoline and diesel-powered golf course maintenance equipment.
* Communicates any needs or problems relating to maintenance or repair of equipment.
* Inspects, diagnose and repair mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered, trenchers, rollers, mowers, cart fleet, sprayers and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
* Works with Superintendent to prioritize equipment repair and maintenance work.
* Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, as well as all outside contacts. Knowledge of how job performance affects the playing conditions of the golf course.
* Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventative maintenance and the proper cleaning and safe operation of equipment. Establishes and maintains safety procedures for using equipment.
* Keeps up with preventative maintenance schedule (oil,grease,air,etc.) and maintains repair records on all equipment.
* Responsible for the quality of cut on all equipment used on the golf course (reel and rotary mowers).
* Establishes and maintains safety procedures for using equipment.
* Undertakes fabrication, welding, troubleshooting and repairs to hydraulic and electrical systems.
* Maintains inventory of common equipment maintenance and repair parts
* Inspects equipment on and off course daily.
* Perform other duties as assigned by the Course Superintendent.
* Equipment repair experience
* Valid Driver's License
* Able to repair and maintain all golf course equipment * Able to perform required role in emergency situations
* Maintain a clean work environment
* Ability to maintain cooperative working relations with other employees
* Must be able to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.