Golf Maintenance Mechanic (FT)

Grand Traverse Resort•Acme, MI

About The Position

A person to perform mechanical diagnostic and repair of vehicles and equipment that is used to perform maintenance tasks at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 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. This position involves manual labor which includes but not limited to shoveling, raking, and lifting objects.Safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to complete assigned tasks, (either manual or power) 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 Be a self starter and look for ways to improve upon your performance on a daily basis Perform any necessary snow removal duties assigned during the winter months Other duties as assigned Assist with equipment parts inventory control Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment Repair any equip0ment that is either broken or malfunctioning The employee must provide their own personal tools necessary to get their work completed Some, but not all of the duties will be to change oil, as needed adjustments of mower cutting units, changing tires, repair safety devices, greasing equipment, etc. and many more Trouble shooting electrical systems on golf carts and mowing equipment Repairing brakes, door latches, pull cords, damaged bearings and seals Safe and proper 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.

Requirements

Previous experience with repair of golf course, grounds maintenance equipment, heavy equipment, (tractors, trucks, excavating equipment), small engines and or vehicles
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.
Being polite to and thoughtful of others, (guests and co-workers) is to be a part of the employee’s responsibility on a daily basis.
Manual labor will be part of your daily job assignment.
The ability to withstand extended hours of standing, bending, and working on your knees on hard surfaces will be necessary any day while working
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 of you at certain times.
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.
Working in outdoor conditions to the different seasons of Northern Michigan is a must.
The employee must be ready and willing to work in the very early morning.