Assistant Mechanic

About the role

The Assistant Mechanic supports the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of all golf course maintenance equipment and machinery at Westwood Country Club. Working under the direction of the Equipment Manager, this position assists with preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, mower setup, troubleshooting, and the daily organization and operation of the equipment maintenance facility.The Assistant Mechanic works closely with the Equipment Manager and Grounds Department team to ensure equipment is safe, properly maintained, and available to support daily golf course and property maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of golf course equipment, including mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, specialty turf equipment, small engines, and other machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance, routine servicing, and repairs as assigned by the Equipment Manager.
• Assist with diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine-related problems.
• Complete repairs efficiently and communicate equipment issues or additional repair needs to the Equipment Manager.
• Assist with emergency repairs and equipment breakdowns to minimize operational downtime.
• Assist with the maintenance, adjustment, sharpening, and setup of reel and rotary cutting equipment.
• Check cutting units regularly for proper operation and quality of cut.
• Perform reel grinding, bedknife grinding, backlapping, height-of-cut adjustments, and other cutting-unit maintenance as trained and assigned.
• Work with the Equipment Manager and Grounds staff to identify and correct equipment-related quality-of-cut concerns.
• Follow established preventive maintenance schedules for the Club’s equipment fleet.
• Perform oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, fluid checks, tire maintenance, battery service, and other routine maintenance.
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, leaks, loose components, and other potential problems.
• Identify and report developing mechanical issues before they result in equipment failure.
• Assist with preparing equipment for daily golf course maintenance operations.
• Ensure equipment is fueled, serviced, adjusted, and ready for use when required.
• Inspect equipment returning from operation and report or repair identified problems.
• Assist with seasonal equipment preparation and maintenance.
• Assist the Equipment Manager with maintaining an organized inventory of replacement parts, tools, lubricants, fluids, and shop supplies.
• Notify the Equipment Manager when parts or supplies need