Mechanic

Position Summary

Hampton Golf Club at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is entering an exciting new chapter. Currently undergoing a comprehensive renovation led by acclaimed golf course architect Beau Welling, the course will reopen in Fall 2026 as an elevated private club experience aligned with the luxury standards of The King and Prince Resort.

The Golf Course Mechanic plays a critical role in delivering championship-level playing conditions by maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing all golf course maintenance equipment and related assets. This position ensures the reliability, safety, and peak performance of the equipment fleet during renovation and through ongoing private club operations.

This role is ideal for a highly skilled technician who takes pride in precision, preventative maintenance, and supporting a high-performing agronomy team within an elevated resort environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, adjust, and repair gasoline and diesel-powered equipment including mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, aerifiers, sprayers, and related turf equipment




• Perform preventative maintenance according to manufacturer and Superintendent guidelines




• Maintain accurate service records and preventative maintenance schedules




• Oversee grinding, sharpening, and adjustment of reels and bedknives to ensure tournament-quality cutting standards




• Fabricate, weld, and repair parts as necessary to maintain operational readiness




• Manage parts inventory and assist with ordering supplies and replacement components




• Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper shop organization




• Maintain irrigation pump engines and related mechanical systems as needed




• Assist with equipment setup and modifications during and after the renovation project




• Support renovation logistics by maintaining heavy equipment used during construction phases




• Collaborate closely with the Golf Course Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent to align equipment performance with agronomic goals

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a golf course mechanic or heavy equipment technician preferred




• Strong working knowledge of small engine repair, diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and reel grinding




• Welding and fabrication experience preferred




• Ability to operate all golf course maintenance equipment




• Valid driver’s license required




• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in outdoor conditions typical of coastal Georgia




• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to delivering private club level course conditions




• Proactive approach to preventative maintenance




• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues efficiently




• Strong communication skills and team collaboration




• Professional demeanor aligned with a luxury resort culture

Work Environment

This position operates in a fully equipped maintenance facility and outdoor golf course environment. The role requires flexibility during renovation and reopening phases, including potential extended hours during peak seasons.

As part of The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort portfolio, Hampton Golf Club maintains high standards for professionalism, service excellence, and presentation. The Golf Course Mechanic is a key contributor to ensuring the course reflects the elevated expectations of resort guests and future private club members.

About Hampton Golf Club

Hampton Golf Club is proudly affiliated with The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort on St. Simons Island, Georgia. Following its Beau Welling renovation, the course will reopen as a refined private club offering premier playing conditions, exceptional service, and a distinctive coastal Georgia golf experience.

The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.