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Equipment Manager

Tribute & Trapp River Golf Courses

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Posted:
February 3, 2023
Location:
Wausau, Wisconsin
Salary:
$35,000 - $55,000
Type:
Full Time - Experienced
Category:
Equipment Manager
Required Education:
H.S. Diploma/Equivalent

Overview

The equipment manager reports to the golf course superintendent and/or the assistant golf course superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for the golf course assets. This program includes the diagnostics and repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. The equipment manager properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the superintendent and/or the assistant superintendent, and schedules and directs the work assignments of the assistant equipment manager. The equipment manager places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building.

Job Responsibilities

  • Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including, diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, trucks, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
  • Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
  • Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.
  • Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.
  • Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
  • Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, makes emergency repairs to equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.
  • Oversees the shop area maintenance.
  • Regulates employees' use of equipment in absence of superintendent and assistant superintendent, if needed, and performs other duties as directed by the superintendent.
  • Recommends equipment purchases and leases.

Job Requirements

  • Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses.
  • Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
  • Working knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment.
  • Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the profession.
  • Ability to move heavy objects.
  • Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions while repairing equipment.
  • Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work.
  • Proficiency in computer use, knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applications as specified by supervisor.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and keep business records.
  • Knowledge of and/or ability to play the game of golf and understand how job performance affects the playing conditions of the golf course.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.

NOTES:

Additional Salary Information: Salary commensurate with experience. Supplemental Health Insurance, 401k with Employer Match, Golf, Food Discount, Continuing Education, Local and National Membership dues
About Tribute & Trapp River Golf Courses
Tribute Golf Course is nestled in central Wisconsin and operates as a 9-hole Public Golf Course. Built in 1929, Tribute Golf Course is the oldest public golf course in central Wisconsin professionally maintained in a beautiful park like setting. The course has recently undergone some course improvements such as a new irrigation main line, new irrigation pump station, and new irrigation pond. We recently completed a new par 3 hole boasting an 8,500 sq. ft. green with four tee boxes. Trapp River is nestled in central Wisconsin and operates as an 18-hole Public Course. Acquired in 2018, Trapp River Golf Course has implemented many course improvements such as bunker renovations, turf quality, irrigation system improvements, tree removal, and equipment purchases. Tribute and Trapp River Golf Courses have the same ownership group and is fully vested in maintaining high quality playing conditions at both courses as well as continuing course improvements.
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