Equipment Manager

Oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program including the repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. Communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the Superintendent and/or the Assistant Superintendent, and schedules and directs the work assignments of the Assistant Equipment Manager. Places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building by performing the following duties. Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including, diesel, electric and gasoline-powered automobiles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.* Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment. * Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.* Maintains all cutting units precisely every day. Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.* Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.* Spot-checks equipment for performance on the course, makes emergency repairs to equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.* Oversees the shop area maintenance.* Regulates employees' use of equipment in absence of Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, if needed, and performs other duties as directed by the Superintendent.* Assists in personnel management and employee safety supervision.* May be asked to perform duties on the Golf Course for special occasions, such as golf outings. Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises employees in the Golf Maintenance Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.