Equipment Maintenance Technician - Golf Course

LJA Mission Statement:

The mission of Lake Junaluska is to be a place of Christian hospitality where lives are transformed through renewal of soul, mind and body.

Essential Functions

• Must possess excellent hospitality skills and a strong desire to foster an attitude of Christian hospitality to “exceed guest expectations”.

• Assists Director of Golf Operations with general tasks of equipment maintenance and repair. 

• Operates, detects issues with, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment; such as golf cart fleet, irrigation systems, tractors and mowing equipment.

• Operates, detects issues with, troubleshoots, and repairs irrigation systems. 

• Plans and executes upgrades of client systems and monitors and tests new installations. 

• Assesses startups, winterization, and overall operation of the equipment and systems. 

• Lifts, stores, and uses equipment and tools, including trenchers, multimeters, wire locators, ditchers, and pipe sizing. 

• Occasionally operate the irrigation systems, mowing, weed eating, etc.

• Assists with maintaining golf course appearance by;

  • General Mowing 

  • Trimming trees

  • Water greens

  • Change cups on greens

  • Assist with general course/turf maintenance and projects

  • Assist with general equipment repairs, and general routine maintenance

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures and report any unsafe activities or conditions immediately to supervisor or the Human Resources department.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma and minimum 6 month golf course maintenance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license, or be willing to obtain.

• Knowledge of farm and construction equipment vital to the success of the position.

• Must possess mechanical knowledge experience, preferably skilled in small engine repairs, and a willingness to learn. 

• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs, multiple task demands, and work structures.

• Skilled in the use of basic mechanic  tools and hand tools such as;

  • Wrenches

  • Screwdrivers

  • Sockets

  • Measuring tape

  • Hammer

  • Drills

• Must be able to operate all golf course equipment to include various types of mower equipment.

• Knowledge of farm or construction equipment preferred.

• Hospitality experience strongly desired.

• Must be able to read and interpret equipment manuals, stickers, labels, and work orders to perform required duties as assigned.

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, emails, and memos.

• Able to prioritize task, organize daily activity and multi-task projects/tasks.  

• Able to allocate time efficiently.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.  

• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, residents and co-workers when presenting job related information. 

• Be a problem solver with a willingness to learn. 

• Must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to go the extra mile to complete the job.

• Ability to perform job functions with an attention to detail, and the ability to resolve quickly and accurately.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include, early morning or late afternoon evening.

Performance/Success Factors

• Be punctual to work and other related functions

• Performs well in a team environment

• Complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner

• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and events.  

• Perform routine duties with minimal supervision.

• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skills.

• Strives for excellence in all tasks and duties and foster an attitude of “exceeding guest expectations”.

• Able to work independently but operate within LJA policy guidelines using independent judgment.

Working Conditions

• Moderate to physical activity performing strenuous and non-strenuous technical and mechanic type work.

• Frequently working outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions, rain, snow, wind, heat, cold.

• At times, working in a maintenance shop environment with adequate ventilation.

• Moderate to loud noise, working near moving mechanical parts; at times in precarious places, confined places and exposure to fumes or airborne particles.

• Works with the fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials. 

• Climb, balance, stoop, kneel; frequently moves about, able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods. 

• Occasionally works in wet or humid conditions.

• Must be in good physical condition and able to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise reposition objects weighing up to or exceeding 100 pounds.  

• Vision: Must be able to see close and at a distance (20 feet or more), good peripheral vision.

• Hours:  Monday – Sunday, nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Must be able to work early morning or late afternoon shifts.

Lake Junaluska is an Equal Opportunity Employer