Golf Maintenance Mechanic (FT)

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa•Acme, MI

1d•Onsite

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. This role involves manual labor, safe and proper operation of equipment and tools, and working as part of a team. The employee will be responsible for routine preventive maintenance, repairing broken or malfunctioning equipment, assisting with equipment parts inventory control, and performing various mechanical tasks such as changing oil, adjusting mower cutting units, changing tires, and troubleshooting electrical systems. The position requires working in various outdoor conditions and adapting to last-minute requests and changes.

Requirements

Previous experience with repair of golf course, grounds maintenance equipment, heavy equipment (tractors, trucks, excavating equipment), small engines and or vehicles
Ability to pick up new tasks with proper training
Ability to complete job assignments without direct supervision for most of the day
Being polite to and thoughtful of others (guests and co-workers)
Ability to withstand extended hours of standing, bending, and working on your knees on hard surfaces
Ability to lift awkward objects weighing up to 60 pounds and sometimes more, from the ground to at least waist high
Ability to adapt to last minute requests and changes to assignments to address new priorities
Must provide own personal tools necessary to get work completed
Must be able to pass a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

Nice To Haves

Any formal education with an emphasis in vehicle, small engines, or mowing equipment

Responsibilities

Maintain good rapport with fellow employees and reflect a positive attitude
Complete all assignments requested
Follow proper grooming and dress standards set forth by the Employee Handbook
Maintain open line of communication with your direct supervisor
Perform manual labor which includes but not limited to shoveling, raking, and lifting objects
Safely and properly operate 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
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
Assist with equipment parts inventory control
Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment
Repair any equipment that is either broken or malfunctioning
Change oil, as needed adjustments of mower cutting units, changing tires, repair safety devices, greasing equipment, etc.
Troubleshoot electrical systems on golf carts and mowing equipment
Repair brakes, door latches, pull cords, damaged bearings and seals
Safely and properly operate 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.
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