Equipment Manager

The Club at River Wilderness is looking for a self-motivated equipment manager to maintain the fleet of machines used to maintain the country club grounds.  The equipment varies in brands and types, including utility carts, large area rotary mowers, large reel mowers, triplexes, etc.  The equipment manager will be able to adapt to working on all types of equipment and small engines.  This position requires an individual with good time management skills and the ability to work without guidance.

Responsibilites

• Inspect machines ,engines, transmissions, etc.  and run a diagnostic test to discover functionality issues
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability
• Troubleshoot problems and resolve them in a timely and safe manner
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery: both lawn and golf maintenance equipment
• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components
• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Superintendent(e.g. winter repairs and/or work with other team members during the season when maintenance of Grounds and Golf work in the field) 

SKILLS

• Proven experience as a mechanic                                            Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical, and other systems and their components
• Aptitude in using various hand tools( screwdrivers, hammers,etc.) and precision measurement tools ( calipers,Accu-Gage,etc)
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instructions, parts manuals, and other parts, etc.
• A Very strong commitment to ALL health and safety guidelines
• Excellent communication skills
• Must have excellent problem-solving ability
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs repeatedly, stand for long periods of time, bend, kneel, stoop and reach.
• A high school diploma is required: Certification from a vocational school or completion of an apprenticeship is a definite plus as well as being a certified mechanic from the GCSAA
• Valid certification (e.g. ASE) is not required