Assistant Mechanic

BallenIsles Country Club • Brewster, WA

3d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Gamble Sands in Brewster, WA is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a seasonal Part-Time Assistant Mechanic! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management. This is a seasonal position with an expected duration of six months or less.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 to 5 years of related mechanical experience, specifically with turf or commercial equipment.
• Must be willing to learn.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, blueprints, and electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Often works with limited supervision and must prioritize tasks based on the daily needs of the golf course.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50–100 pounds, bend, stoop, and stand for long periods.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain and snow) and are exposed to noise, fumes, and hazardous chemicals like pesticides or fertilizers.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational training or certificates in turf or automotive mechanics are highly preferred.
• Turf or commercial equipment experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and repairs defects in gasoline, diesel, and electric-powered equipment. This includes mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, aerifiers, and handheld tools like blowers and trimmers.
• Grinding, sharpening, and "bench-setting" reel mowers to exact heights to ensure precise mowing.
• Works with head mechanic on schedules for oil changes, lubrication, filter replacements, and safety inspections to minimize downtime.
• Maintains a clean, organized work environment. This includes tracking parts inventory, managing fluid levels (fuel, oil).
• Helps instruct grounds crew members on the safe operation and daily cleaning of equipment to prevent damage.
• Performing emergency repairs on the course and assisting with training staff on proper equipment operation.
• Documents of all service records, and inventory usage, often using specialized computer software.

Benefits

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical (if determined by the ACA measurement)
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Time Off – Sick leave and leaves of absence, in accordance with Washington Paid Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED