Golf Course Mechanic II
About the Role
Join the Agronomy team at Desert Mountain Club, one of the largest, most beautiful, and top private country clubs in North America. In this role, you will ensure the safe mechanical condition of all mowers, utility vehicles, trucks, tractors, and mechanical equipment. You will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and Mechanic III to plan and coordinate repairs, adjustments, and maintenance to ensure equipment is available for daily use on the golf course. The ideal candidate is a team player with a great attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Adjust, sharpen, and set up reel mowers to ensure proper reel to bed knife adjustment and proper height-of-cut on all cutting units.
- Troubleshoot, inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment and equipment systems, including but not limited to:
- Operator and equipment safety switch operation
- Engine tune-ups and carburetor adjustments
- Tire repair
- Ensure safe and proper operation of hydraulic, brake, fuel, steering, electrical, and cooling systems.
- Repair engine/drive train assemblies, starters, cutting units, roller bearings and seals, carburetors, fuel pumps, hydraulic motors, and hoses.
- Install batteries, tires, and lights.
- Conduct daily review of greens mowing equipment.
- Prepare for seasonal Agronomy needs with specialty equipment preparations (verticutting, aerification, over-seeding, scalping, and other Agronomy practices).
- Perform occasional welding, machining, and painting.
- Follow planned maintenance procedures and record keeping.
- Maintain parts inventory necessary to effect equipment repairs.
- Record all service repairs on all Desert Mountain paperwork.
- Train, educate, and mentor Mechanic I employees.
- Work with other Desert Mountain mechanic leaders to obtain the correct skill set for Agronomy Equipment standards.
- Prepare seasonal equipment for upcoming use.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of well-rounded experience as a head golf course mechanic, assistant golf course mechanic, and/or related mechanical experience.
- Skilled in the use of a wide variety of equipment repair tools and making various types of mechanical repairs.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather – Occasionally
- Must tolerate handling of native Sonoran Desert plant material
- Required to stand and walk – Frequently
- Required to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 80 pounds – Frequently
- Ability to drive a motor vehicle – Frequently
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Free onsite medical clinic for all employees and their dependents
- Free employee meals during shifts
- Free golf and tennis
- Paid Time Off
- Matching 401K
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retail discounts
- Pet insurance
- Employee uniforms provided
Benefits are dependent on your DOL status (e.g., Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal).
About Desert Mountain Club
Desert Mountain Club is one of the finest private residential communities in the world, featuring world-class golf, indulgent amenities, and curated experiences. Located in the elevated foothills of the beautiful Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale, Arizona, the club spans 8,000 acres and includes:
- Seven signature golf courses (six designed by Jack Nicklaus and a par 54 championship course)
- Seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant plus banquet facilities
- An award-winning spa and fitness center
- Spectacular swim and tennis facility
- Dozens of hiking and biking trails