Job Summary

The Equipment Manager is responsible for the comprehensive maintenance, repair, and operational readiness of all golf course maintenance equipment, automotive apparatus, and powered tools. This role requires technical expertise, strong inventory management skills, and the ability to supervise and train maintenance staff effectively.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Diagnosis and Repair: Promptly inspects, diagnoses, adjusts, and performs precise mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on a diverse fleet of equipment, including gasoline and diesel engines, light construction, and automotive apparatus.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM): Develops, implements, and maintains a rigorous preventative maintenance schedule for all equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Specialized Maintenance: Executes technical tasks such as reel and bedknife grinding/sharpening, general motor overhauls, and installation/adjustment of braking systems.
• Fabrication: Performs necessary machining or welding work to fabricate or repair fittings and components.

1. Inventory & Financial Management

• Procurement: Manages the purchasing of all parts, repair supplies, and fuel, securing competitive pricing and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Inventory Control: Tracks, controls, and manages inventory levels of parts and supplies to align with budget goals and operational needs.
• Record Keeping: Maintains accurate, detailed records of all preventative maintenance, repairs performed, parts ordered, and associated expenses.
• Budget Support: Assists the Superintendent in managing department expenses related to the equipment fleet.

III. Shop & Safety Management

• Organization: Organizes and maintains a clean, safe, and efficient maintenance facility (the shop).
• Safety: Ensures all equipment is operated and repaired in compliance with established safety protocols.

1. Leadership & Training

• Supervision: Assists the Superintendent in supervising, assigning, and directing the work of Assistant Mechanics and other department members.
• Staff Development: Assists in interviewing, hiring, training, and developing orientation and ongoing training programs for new and existing associates.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Demonstrated experience in the maintenance and repair of light and heavy construction equipment, internal combustion engines, and hydraulic systems. Specific knowledge of specialized golf course equipment (mowing equipment, reel/bedknife maintenance) is essential.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in diagnosing mechanical troubles and skilled in the use of specialized repair tools, welding, and machining.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines, hydraulic systems, and mowing equipment maintenance principles.
• License: Valid Driver’s License required.
• Communication: Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and communicate effectively in English to complete job duties and interact with team members.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Frequent standing, walking, crouching, kneeling, using hands, and reaching.
• Ability to work in various conditions, including exposure to outdoor weather, noise (Loud), moving mechanical parts, fumes, and occasionally toxic materials.

About Battle Ground Golf Club

Opened on July 4th, 1967, Battle Ground Golf club resides on 160 acres of property neighboring Prophetstown State Park. The track, initially designed by Robert Simmons, was the home of the Lafayette Country Club for nearly 50 years. Two decades ago, the course underwent a considerable renovation under the guidance of Tim Liddy.Liddy is a world renowned golf course architect noted for his work in sustainability and minimal course cultural practices. Liddy designs properties to utilize less water and fewer chemicals which greatly benefit the natural areas surrounding a course.Battle Ground is designed to be fair for every golfer, with wide bent grass fairways offering multiple target lines. Sizable greens and large surrounds allow an array of shots to be played from close range. Thick rough and strategically placed bunkers provide protection to the course from the longer hitters. Water comes in to play on three holes only, but requires the full attention of the golfer as they make their way through. The course has 4 sets of tees playing from 5100 yards in length at the front to almost 7100 at the back. The property also features a full practice facility that includes a putting green, a short game arena, and a practice tee equipped with 5 target greens.

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