Golf Maintenance Mechanic (FT)

SUMMARY

This position performs mechanical diagnostic and repair of vehicles and equipment that is used to perform maintenance tasks at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa.  The employee must provide their own personal tools necessary to get their work completed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates power and manual equipment and tools in a safe and proper manner to complete assigned tasks.
• Performs any necessary snow removal duties assigned during the winter months.
• Assists with equipment parts inventory control.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Repair any equipment that is either broken or malfunctioning.
• Some of the duties would include, but not limited to, will be, to change oil as needed, adjustments of mower cutting units, changing tires, repair safety devices, greasing equipment, etc.
• Trouble shooting and repair of electrical systems on golf carts and mowing equipment.
• Repair brakes, door latches, pull cords, damaged bearings and seals, etc.
• Maintain good rapport with fellow employees and reflect a positive attitude.
• Complete all assignments requested of you.
• Must follow proper grooming and dress standards set forth by the Employee Handbook.
• Maintain open line of communication with your direct supervisor.
• Ability to work with others as a team to achieve the common goal of assigned tasks.
• Report to work on time and complete all scheduled shifts.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and any pre-scheduled department meetings.
• Assist other departments when requested.
• Help train other employees on certain job tasks when necessary.
• Must understand and abide by environmental practices of the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must have a minimum of 1 year experience with repair of golf course, grounds maintenance equipment,
• OR previous experience as a mechanic working with heavy equipment, (tractors, trucks, excavating equipment), small engines and or vehicles,
•  OR previous experience working in the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa Golf and Grounds Department assisting with mechanical duties when requested, possessing mechanical knowledge and repair of motorized equipment.   Any formal education with an emphasis in vehicle, small engines, or mowing equipment is a preferred. 
• Must possess a current, valid Michigan Driver’s License and be insurable under the company’s plan. 
• Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• The ability to pick up new tasks with proper training and being able to complete job assignments without direct supervision for most of the day is essential.
• Must have excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Must possess the ability to work with various personalities while maintaining impartiality.
• Must be informative and deal effectively with all situations while being friendly at all times.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (If applicable)

The employee may be depended on to lead other employees to get assignments completed while working with co-workers as a team when direct supervision is unable to stay with the task to be completed.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This position involves manual labor which includes but not limited to shoveling, raking, and lifting objects.   The ability to withstand extended hours of standing, bending, and working on your knees on hard surfaces will be necessary any day while working. 
• Safety sensitive - operation of hand held manual and power tools to complete the job tasks such as reel grinder, bed knife grinder, cut off tools, power drills, hammers, pry bars, etc.  Riding and testing the operation of power equipment may be necessary to complete your job task.  The ability to lift awkward objects weighing up to 60 pounds and sometimes more, from the ground to at least waist high will be required at certain times.
• The equipment technician will be working with grease, oil and other petroleum based products that will get on hands and clothing.
• Must practice all safety policies, procedures and standards as set by OSHA.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS

• The employee must be able to understand that last minute requests and changes to their assignments will occur periodically during his or her employment.  The employee must be able to adapt to these changes to address the new priorities.   
• Must be able to work productively under strict time restraints with variable deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working in outdoor conditions to the different seasons of Northern Michigan is a must.  Cold, heat, dry, wet, wind and cloudy and sunny days.
• Must practice all safety policies, procedures and standards as set by OSHA.  Must be ready and willing to work in the very early morning.  Standard start times will generally be between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.
• The majority of the work will take place indoors in a usual equipment repair shop environment.  Part of the day will be spent cleaning equipment, the shop and working on equipment outdoors or helping with other non equipment repair related job tasks outdoors and indoors.

COMMENTS

Native American Preference will apply.  Must be able to pass a background investigation and a drug test as a condition of employment.  Must be able to work flexible hours and take on additional responsibilities when asked.  Must adhere to company policies regarding strict confidentiality.