Performs major and mechanical repairs on a variety of gasoline and diesel power equipment; keeps all equipment in efficient and operable condition at all times.  Organizes and maintains a clean and safe area and maintenance area; performs related tasks as required.

• Maintains a preventative maintenance program on all equipment, purchases repair parts and replacement supplies. Reviews expenses and purchases with department manager for approval.   Places orders for parts/supplies as needed for equipment or service and tracks expenses and inventories for budget purposes. 
• Inspects, adjusts, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in many types of golf course maintenance equipment.
• Performs mower grinding/sharpening, performs general overhaul of motors, reels, install and adjusts braking systems.
• Performs machining or welding work in making fittings used in repair of maintenance equipment.
• Instructs golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance responsibilities, proper handling, operation and cleaning of the equipment.
• Maintains records of preventative maintenance, repairs made, parts ordered.
• Maintains up-to-date working knowledge of light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment and automotive apparatus. Skilled in the use of a wide variety of equipment repair tools and in the making of various types of mechanical repairs.
• Knowledge of the theory, care and operation of internal combustion engines, hydraulic systems and mowing equipment maintenance such as grinding, sharpening and adjustment.
• Diagnoses mechanical troubles and schedules appropriate preventative maintenance work.
• Maintains a clean, orderly and safe work area.  Follows environmentally sound procedures for waste disposal within established guidelines of OSHA, MOSH and MDE.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required

• 2-5years of industry experience preferred
• Experience with gas, diesel, and small engines
• Experience with Toro and John Deere equipment
• Driver's license and reliable transportation