What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at Singh Management?
Brief Description
Position Overview
The golf course mechanic reports to the golf course superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program. This program includes the repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. The golf course mechanic properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the superintendent. The golf course mechanic places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building.
Position Description
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Vocational training or certification preferred.
Experience: 3-5 years industry experience preferred.
Job Related Skills:
Ability to move heavy objects. Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions while repairing equipment. Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to use a computer for recordkeeping. Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses. Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver's license required.
Supplemental Information
Working Environment:
Most work is performed indoors with some exposure loud noise, chemicals, dust, and fumes. Some work is performed outdoors with exposure to weather conditions.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, Must be able to walk for extended periods of time, Must be able to climb (many stairs, ladders), Must be able to crawl and or kneel, Must be able to push and/or pull objects, Must be able to navigate steep and rough terrain, Must be able to use feet for repetitive tasks, Must be able to use hands for repetitive tasks, Must be able to lift between 51-100 pounds (Heavy work).
Position Overview
The golf course mechanic reports to the golf course superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program. This program includes the repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. The golf course mechanic properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the superintendent. The golf course mechanic places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building.
Position Description
- Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including, diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
- Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
- Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.
- Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.
- Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
- Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, makes emergency repairs to equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.
- Willing to support greens keeping crew on course per superintendent.
- Responsible for use and care of all shop tools and to keep a neat, clean, and safe work area.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Vocational training or certification preferred.
Experience: 3-5 years industry experience preferred.
Job Related Skills:
Ability to move heavy objects. Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions while repairing equipment. Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to use a computer for recordkeeping. Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses. Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver's license required.
Supplemental Information
Working Environment:
Most work is performed indoors with some exposure loud noise, chemicals, dust, and fumes. Some work is performed outdoors with exposure to weather conditions.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, Must be able to walk for extended periods of time, Must be able to climb (many stairs, ladders), Must be able to crawl and or kneel, Must be able to push and/or pull objects, Must be able to navigate steep and rough terrain, Must be able to use feet for repetitive tasks, Must be able to use hands for repetitive tasks, Must be able to lift between 51-100 pounds (Heavy work).