Mechanic Golf Club pt

Merry-Hill Golf Club is looking for a part-time individual to join our team. We are seeking an experienced professional mechanic who has the skills to troubleshoot, maintain, repair and perform fabrications on a wide variety of small engine, mowing equipment and medium-sized equipment. This is an ideal role for a semi-retired mechanic looking to maintain their skills, build strong working relationships and apply their experience in a positive work environment.

Merry-Hill Golf Club is a family-owned and operated company that prides itself on continuous improvement in all areas of business. We provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for our employees. Widely recognized in the community for exceptional customer service and for providing outstanding golf course conditions, you will be proud to be a part of our team. We strongly encourage you to play golf and enjoy our facilities. The maintenance building has been renovated and provides for a dedicated, clean, functional workspace. This position offers exceptional work-life balance with no “on-call” requirements and standard hours (8:00 to 4:00 estimated) approximately three days per week.

This position provides a unique opportunity to work on an extensive fleet of new and late-model equipment including golf course mowing equipment, tractors (up to 40hp), specialized maintenance equipment (aerators/sprayers/top-dressers), gas and electric golf carts. A self-directed individual will have the opportunity to work independently in a dedicated, modern shop space. An ideal applicant will be a team player, maintain successful relationships with vendors and have great diagnostic and problem-solving skills.

Work location: Merry-Hill Golf Club – 2321 Shantz Station Rd., Breslau, ON

Hours: 8 hour day shifts, three days per week, no on-call requirement - flexible on the days to be worked

Key Responsibilities:

• Experienced in the operation, repair and maintenance of small equipment, both gasoline and diesel type engines
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment with accurately
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing about repairs
• Ability to maintain detailed written equipment maintenance records
• Create a preventative maintenance program to ensure all equipment (gas, diesel, electric, etc.) is maintained to the highest of standards promoting the longest possible lifespan of the equipment
• Educate and train field staff on preventative maintenance, proper usage and cleaning protocols of equipment
• Maintain an adequate inventory of replacement parts as to not experience disruption of equipment service
• Maintain a clean and organized work space that promotes efficiency and safety
• Maintain mower blades and set reels at proper heights as directed by the Golf Course Superintendent
• In consultation with the Golf Course Superintendent, deliver short and long-term capital requests for equipment needs while sourcing best avenues for trade value on owned equipment
• Manage occasional repairs to the rental power cart fleet
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance and repairs
• Welding and fabrications as required
• Work effectively & cooperatively with fellow employees
• Calibrate components and instruments according to manufacturers’ specifications
• Complete all maintenance and repair activities in a safe and healthy manner according to Company policies and procedures

Experience and Qualifications:

The successful applicant should have a formal education or experience in mechanics and have knowledge in diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, and electrical troubleshooting and repairs

• Automotive technician certification an asset
• Small engine certification an asset
• Experience and knowledge of golf course equipment is an asset
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), time management, and organization
• Welding and fabrication experience is an asset. (MIG and ARC welding)
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Mechanics tools required

License/Certification: G Class Driver’s License (preferred)

Compensation:

• This is a part-time, year round position
• Hourly wage, paid weekly based on experience.
• Golf privileges

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience in mechanics and have knowledge in diesel/gas engines, hydraulics and electrical troubleshooting and repairs?
• Do you have an automotive technician certification?
• Are you certified in small engine repair?
• Do you have experience with welding and fabrication (MIG and ARC welding)?

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person