Head Mechanic

Company: The Meadows at Middlesex
Location: Plainsboro
Posted on: September 13, 2023

Job Description:

We're hiring a Mechanic for Meadows at Middlesex Golf Course!

At Troon, we believe our Associates are our greatest strength and competitive advantage. Whether you have a specialized trade in the industry or possess a special knack for solving complex technical issues, there's an exciting opportunity for you to apply your skills at Meadows at Middlesex Golf Course!

Ideal candidates are analytical problem solvers and self-starters. They have extensive knowledge of small engine repair, including but not limited to equipment safety, inspection experience, and preventative maintenance. Additionally, this position will utilize technical hands-on skills such as setting heights, sharpening blades, welding materials, making cuts, and more.

Ideal candidates have flexible schedules with the ability to work weekends and holidays, as needed.

Our team has made a conscious effort to ensure strong protocols are in place to keep you and our patrons safe, so you can focus on the customer experience, technical repairs, and operations management.

For more information on our open opportunities, apply today!

Responsibilities
--- Conduct and effective preventative maintenance program in conjunction with operators to reduce mechanical failure and poor performance on all golf course equipment
--- Repair of all equipment and golf carts
--- Keep repair and maintenance records on all equipment
--- Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical problems for all maintenance equipment
--- Set heights and sharpen blades on the cutting units
--- Make cuts, welds and braze as needed in repairing equipment and mowing units
--- Price comparison on all related parts and materials before ordering
--- Maintain a clean shop area and keep it orderly and efficient
--- Maintain an adequate supply of parts through requisitions to the Purchasing Manager
--- Monitor gas and fuel levels in storage tanks
--- Assure proper disposal of all related hazardous materials
--- Perform other duties assigned by supervisor or manager

Education and Experience Requirements
--- 1-3 years Mechanic experience
--- Knowledge of small engine repair
--- Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely
--- Ability to inspect equipment and related component
--- Must be highly motivated, goal driven and self-starter
--- Must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Working Conditions
--- Regularly required to reach with hands and arms
--- Often required to stand, walk, push, pull, lift grasp, bend, and kneel for five hours at a time without sitting
--- Frequently is required to sit, climb, or balance, stoop, crawl, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls
--- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30lbs occasionally
--- Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception
--- Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards
--- Daily exposure to dusts and pollens
--- Noise level is typically loud
--- Work extended hours during golf and holiday season
--- Work weekends and holidays

About Troon
Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world's largest professional club management company. We offer careers around the world at all levels of golf operations, opportunities for professional development, growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. For more information about the Troon Experience, please visit https://www.troon.com/.

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