Golf Mechanic Manager - Fleet (Golf Recurr)

Down to Earth•Winter Park, FL

About The Position

Down to Earth is seeking a Golf Mechanic Manager to oversee maintenance, repair, and reliability for the company’s fleet of vehicles, trailers, and landscaping equipment supporting a nine-hole executive course. The manager leads the maintenance shop and its mechanics to ensure equipment is safe, operational, and available for daily field operations. The role suits a hands-on technical leader with strong organizational skills, a safety-focused mindset, and experience managing maintenance teams in a fast-paced field-service environment. The position includes managing shop operations and staff, overseeing preventive maintenance, diagnosing and arranging repairs, scheduling work orders, maintaining records and parts inventory, coordinating vendors, and working with fleet, operations, and production teams. The manager also supports budgeting and capital planning, participates in staffing and performance management, trains golf equipment operators, and helps ensure safe equipment use and compliance. Down to Earth provides commercial landscape development, maintenance, and enhancement services across Florida. The company reports more than 1,200 employees across 12 locations and emphasizes community, continuous improvement, quality, and opportunities for employees to learn and grow.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 5 years of experience as a mechanic, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
Strong knowledge of small engines, landscaping equipment, trailers, and light- to medium-duty trucks.
Proven ability to lead teams and manage shop workflows efficiently.
Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or vocational training.
Diesel engine and heavy equipment experience.
Experience in a commercial landscaping, construction, or field-services company.
Familiarity with fleet management or maintenance tracking software.
Knowledge of DOT compliance, safety inspections, and preventive maintenance programs.
Budgeting and inventory management experience.
Ability to work collaboratively with operations and production leadership.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Valid CDL license.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead daily maintenance shop operations, including mechanics and technicians.
Plan and oversee preventive maintenance programs for vehicles, trailers, and landscaping equipment.
Diagnose mechanical issues and ensure timely, cost-effective repairs.
Schedule work orders, prioritize repairs, and minimize equipment downtime.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, parts inventory, and service documentation.
Manage vendor relationships for outsourced repairs, warranties, and parts procurement.
Enforce safety procedures, compliance standards, and shop best practices.
Collaborate with fleet, operations, and production teams to align maintenance with operational needs.
Assist with budgeting, cost controls, and capital planning related to equipment maintenance and replacement.
Participate in hiring, training, and performance management of maintenance staff.
Manage repairs within a budget created by the superintendent.
Train golf equipment operators.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical failures on all types of equipment.
Regulate employees’ safe use of equipment in the absence of the superintendent and assistant superintendent.
Follow safety procedures as a top priority and report issues to the Superintendent, Regional Superintendent, and Director of Safety.
Perform other tasks as assigned.