Mechanic - Golf Maintenance

Position Type: Full Time Non-Exempt, Union Start Date: January 2025

Full Wage Range: $30.26 / $31.87 / $33.21 DOQ

Benefits: IMRF Pension, Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Days, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, Group Life Insurance and District Discounts

Apply online at www.mundeleinparks.org

Summary

The Golf Course Mechanic reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Responsible for performing a variety of mechanical duties to maintain and/or repair properties and equipment. The Golf Course Mechanic must be able to work independently, as well as being able to assist in the daily management and operations of the golf course. Other responsibilities include daily spot checks on equipment in the field to ensure proper performance and proper operation of equipment. Work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required.

Qualifications - Education, Experience and Training

Must have 3 or more years of experience in general equipment maintenance and repair (small engines, diesel and gas) in a professional setting. Must have prior experience with golf course maintenance equipment with an emphasis on reel maintenance, proper grinding, and mower setup. Current state of Illinois driver's license. Minimum high school graduate or general education degree (GED) preferred with additional training or education related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification required within 90 days of employment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all types of equipment on the Golf Course (gas, diesel, small engines, mowers, heavy machinery, trucks, tractors, golf carts, etc.
• Perform and organize routine scheduled maintenance.
• Order and manage parts and supplies inventory.
• Paint equipment and body repairs.
• Knowledge of reel maintenance, grinding and
• Sharpen mower
• Ability to weld and fabricate.
• Ability to diagnose hydraulic and electrical problems.
• Perform daily spot checks on equipment in the field to ensure proper performance.
• Inspect all installations, repairs, and maintenance performed by dealers and specialty
• Inspect all new equipment to ensure established
• Prepare and maintain detailed service records on all equipment.
• Maintain adequate inventories of all supplies and the security of those supplies.
• Ability to institute a preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.