Equipment Manager

Come check out the newly renovated Tot Hill Farm GC!! Completed and reopened on Labor Day of 2023, Tot Hill is primed and ready for a great future. We are currently wrapping up some loose ends on the golf course and plan to rebuild an entire new maintenance and mechanic shop. This would be a great opportunity to have your say in the planning and execution of your own shop. Set it up the way you want it!! 

Job Description 

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.

Functions

Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course 
  maintenance equipment, including, diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, 
  trucks, trenchers, 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.

Employment standards

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 and reliable transportation