What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golf Course Assistant Mechanic position at Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club Inc?
Position Summary: Assists and/or works independently of the Head Mechanic in the repairing and maintenance of various gasoline and diesel-powered golf maintenance equipment. The Assistant Mechanic also assists in maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building, contributes to a preventative maintenance program, and warrants safety procedures a top priority by performing the following duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists the Head Mechanic in both preventative and curative maintenance procedures.
- Completes daily service records on all equipment that is worked on.
- Helps oversee that all equipment is kept in a clean and organized manner.
- Helps oversee the maintenance shop and compound areas are kept clean and organized.
- Works with the Head Mechanic to prioritize equipment repair and maintenance work.
- Repairs and adjusts engines and cutting mechanisms on various heavy and light mowing equipment.
- Keeps maintenance equipment fueled, oiled, and inspected; and performs related tasks as required.
- Sharpens mowers with grinders.
Qualifications:
Requires a working knowledge of the general operation of gasoline, diesel, and electric powered equipment, the proper methods of servicing golf course equipment, and the repair and adjustment of power mowing equipment.
- Must have at least one year of recent mechanic experience on a golf course facility.
- Must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written direction.
- Requires a mechanical ability; ability to use common mechanical tools.
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
- Must have 1-2 years of recent mechanic experience on a golf course facility.
Certifications/Licenses:
- None Required
Physical Demand:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to feel, handle, and operate; reach with hands and arms; and see, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, bend, push, pull, and occasionally lift and/or move 50lbs.
Work Environment:
Outside work for extended periods of time and precautions should be taken.
8/2022