Golf Course Mechanic

City of Elgin•Elgin, IL

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Golf Course Mechanic performs skilled mechanical work repairing and maintaining city golf vehicles and other equipment. The position diagnoses mechanical defects, repairs and reconditions gas, electric, and diesel vehicles and equipment, tunes engines, and performs preventive maintenance. The mechanic also adjusts mower setup and cutting height, sharpens reels and blades, keeps service records, reports apparent vehicle or equipment negligence or abuse to supervisory personnel, and assists with other park operations when necessary. Regular attendance is an essential function of the position. This is medium work requiring exertion of up to 80 pounds occasionally, 40 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Work includes climbing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping. The position requires vocal communication and hearing at normal spoken-word levels, as well as visual acuity for written or computer reports, inspections of small defects or parts, measuring devices, and operation of machines and motor vehicles or equipment. The worker is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience in golf maintenance and repair of gas, electric, and diesel golf vehicles and equipment.
Valid Illinois Class D Driver’s License.
Pesticide Applicator’s License with turf endorsement; must be obtained within six months of hire.
Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in golf maintenance operations.
Knowledge of materials, tools, and procedures used in golf cart maintenance and repair.
Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to operate, maintain, and repair essential equipment.
Elementary knowledge of horticulture related to care and grooming of grounds, trees, shrubs, and other plant material.
Ability to apply fertilizers according to prescribed procedures.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, fellow workers, and the general public.
Demonstrated knowledge of the use and application of electronic mail systems.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities and meet the position’s physical and environmental demands.

Responsibilities

Repair and recondition gas, electric, and diesel golf vehicles and equipment.
Tune engines and perform preventive maintenance on golf vehicles and equipment.
Check operational systems; change oil; grease moving parts; check fluid levels; replace filters; change tires; make brake and clutch adjustments; and perform related preventive, diagnostic, and corrective work.
Diagnose mechanical defects and road-test vehicles to identify operational problems and check repairs and maintenance before returning equipment to service.
Adjust mower setup and cutting height for proper grass and turf cutting.
Sharpen reels and blades as needed.
Prepare service records for preventive maintenance, repairs, and other activities as required.
Report apparent vehicle and equipment negligence or abuse to supervisory personnel.
Assist with other park operations when necessary.
Maintain regular attendance.