Equipment Manager, Biltmore Forest Country Club

About the role

Biltmore Forest Country Club is seeking an Equipment Manager II to join our agronomy team in Asheville, North Carolina. This position is open due to the retirement of a respected team member after 45 years of service to the Club.

Key Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, And Aptitude

• Perform routine maintenance on turf equipment including mowers, sprayers, aerators, and utility vehicles
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues including engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules and accurate service records
• Safely operate turf equipment when needed
• Assist with daily equipment setup and breakdown
• Evaluate maintenance systems and documentation procedures
• Manage parts and supply inventory
• Order parts as needed and maintain organized storage systems
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional shop environment
• Adhere to all safety protocols
• Promote a culture of safety among team members
• Collaborate with agronomy leadership to align equipment readiness with course maintenance schedules
• Aid in training staff on proper equipment usage

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work long hours and multiple days as necessary
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Capable of standing, walking, and bending for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Certificate, or Associate Degree (Preferred)
• Will consider experience in lieu of formal education
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience working with turf equipment (Toro preferred)
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems

Management Structure

• Reports directly to the Lead Equipment Manager
• Works closely with the Golf Course Superintendent

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $80,000 annually
• Bonus potential
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO / Vacation
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Continued Education
• Local & National Dues
• Uniforms
• Free Meals
• Golfing Privileges

Club Highlights

• Total Annual Rounds: 24,000 (no outings)
• Total Staff: 11 Full-Time, 14 Seasonal
• Typical Work Schedule: In-Season: Monday–Friday + every other Saturday (45–50 hours/week) Out-of-Season: 4 days/week, 9 hours/day
• Turf Types: Greens – A1 Bentgrass Tees & Fairways – Zeon Zoysia Rough – Turf-Type Tall Fescue
• Equipment Fleet: Toro (leased)

Success Traits Of The Individual

• Organized and maintains a clean workspace
• Honest, dependable, and trustworthy
• Positive attitude with strong team mentality
• Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done
• Strong communicator
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High energy and professional self-presentation
• Desire to continually learn and improve

Club Information

• Founded in 1922
• Top 100 Platinum Club
• Donald Ross golf course with championship history including the Western Amateur, Land of Sky Open, 1999 US Women’s Amateur, and the 2013 US Women’s Mid-Amateur
• Membership consists of local/regional and National members
• Hosts the USGA Senior Amateur in 2028
• Believes in promoting from within and actively supports team members who demonstrate ambition and interest in professional growth

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