The Sanctuary Golf Club, a prestigious member-owned private golf club located on Sanibel Island, FL is hiring a full time, year-round golf course Equipment Manager.

Our Green and Grounds team is responsible for assisting in the appearance and safety of our world-renowned golf course, bordered by a wildlife refuge and surrounded by nature preserves, lakes and mangrove forests.

The Equipment Manager, under direct supervision of the Director of Green and Grounds/Golf Course Superintendent works independently in the repairing and preventative maintenance of all golf course equipment.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Equipment Manager who will help provide the highest level of service and golf course conditioning to our Membership!

BENEFITS:

• Salary up to 80k
• Periodic performance and wage reviews
• Participation in Holiday Bonus Program
• Medical and Life Insurance coverage
• 401k plan with generous match
• Paid toll(s), if applicable
• Paid Time Off
• Employee golf privileges and merchandise discounts
• Health club membership
• Meals and other employee incentives!

Operational hours begin at 6:30 a.m. and include shortened, rotating weekend workdays.

Schedule expectations include working up to 50 hours per week, as necessary.

Requirements:

• Services, repairs and adjusts golf course maintenance equipment, working closely with Assistant Mechanic as support.
• Inspects equipment for operating deficiencies on a daily basis in facility and in the field.
• Maintains equipment to manufacturer safety standards.
• Maintains current and accurate repair records on all equipment available for review.
• Performs general overhaul and other preventive maintenance on all equipment.
• Performs emergency repair work in the field.
• Performs body and fender work, fabrication, welding, troubleshooting and repairs to hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Responsible for ordering repair parts and equipment and proper tools to maintain and repair golf course equipment.
• Sets up and modifies new equipment as needed.
• Spot checks equipment for performance on the course; frequently makes emergency repairs on course and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.
• Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance staff on preventative maintenance and proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
• Regulates employees’ use of equipment in absence of the Director of Green and Grounds and Golf Course Superintendent.
• Communicates and reports any needs or problems relating to course equipment to Director of Green and Grounds /Golf Course Superintendent.
• Attends staff meetings and safety meetings/discussions, as requested by Equipment Manager and Golf Course Superintendent.
• Attend professional association meetings, seminars, equipment schools or other ongoing training necessary to gain up to date working knowledge of current equipment and servicing needs.
• Abides by all safety policies and procedures and maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by management, including but not limited to duties involved in construction, maintenance and renovation of golf course and selected sites.

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Graduate of a vocational technical school or post-secondary training in small engine repair or mechanics, preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience as a golf course equipment mechanic is preferred.
• Knowledge of tools, methods and materials used in grounds maintenance work is preferred.
• Ability to operate golf course equipment such as hand mowers, triplex and light weight fairway mowing.
• Ability to perform all tasks related to grounds keeping position, when directed and for training purposes.
• Knowledge and/or ability to play the game of golf; understand how job performance affects playing conditions of golf course.
• Demonstrate positivity, helpfulness and friendliness while working with teammates and when interacting with members; represent The Sanctuary Golf Club in a professional manner at all times.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, problem solve and meet deadlines.
• Work well with others to accomplish tasks and work independently, following directions and job task protocols.
• Valid Drivers License, reliable transportation and dependability a must.
• Ability to meet business demands which at times make it necessary to change accustomed work shift; number of scheduled hours may fluctuate based on business needs; flexibility to work extra hours when necessary.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Physical stamina sufficient to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Complete manual labor for long periods of time while walking (including moving on uneven surfaces), bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, climbing, stooping, twisting, turning and/or reaching overhead.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Work in and around potentially hazardous substances, including chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, motor fuel, fumes, airborne particles.
• Required to work outside for extended periods of time: exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; exposure to dust, pollen, grass and other allergens, high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Required use of personal protective equipment, such as a respirator, gloves, earplugs, eye guards/visors, boots and hat.

The Sanctuary Golf Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace and participates in E-Verify.