Vehicle/Equipment Maintenance Supervisor – (Golf Maintenance Mechanic)

Parks & Recreation

Vehicle Equipment Maintenance Supervisor – (Maintenance Mechanic)

Posting Expires: June 9, 2026

Salary Range: $51,035 - $76,369/annually

General Description and Classification Standards

Maintains proper operating function of golf course equipment and performs major and minor equipment repairs. Duties may include, but are not limited to: team building, environmental compliance, managing work requests, running diagnostic tests on equipment, performing vendor management tasks, training and maintaining certification of all staff, orienting new employees, reporting, and make decisions on technical issues, diagnoses, or procedures.

Supervision Received

Works under supervision of Superintendent focusing on long-term and short-term operating objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

Manages staff; effectively recommends personnel actions related to selection, disciplinary procedures, performance, leave of absence, grievances, work schedules and assignments and administers personnel and related procedures. Explains and interprets regulation and procedures coordinates and directs work schedules and systems. Schedule and perform appropriate preventative maintenance work. Perform routine functions of maintenance and repairs of golf course/project equipment; tractors, riding mowers and hand mowers, etc. Keep service records on all equipment and major repairs to facilitate historical evaluations. Maintain shop working area in neat, orderly fashion and uphold working conditions in compliance with all appropriate safety standards. Work with Superintendent and Golf Maintenance Crew with safety and training on the proper use of equipment with entire staff. Assists with complex repairs; troubleshoots and oversees complex repairs with lower level employees; perform repairs as needed.

Decision Making

Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Make purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines. Establishes work methods, timetables, performance standards, etc.

Leadership Provided

Meet with Superintendent and senior management to discuss procedures and improvements for golf equipment maintenance and repair operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

Knowledge of: turf equipment terminology; of turf equipment and maintenance procedures; of supervisor methodology. Working knowledge of fluid hydraulics; turf equipment electronics, gas and arc welding; fabrication of specialty tools, gas and diesel engines. Knowledge of reel/bed knife grinding and maintenance. Stay current with industry trends and training.

Ability to: communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, internal and external customers. Frequent standing with some walking and sitting. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours). Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift/move 100 pounds. Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills; frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

Skills in: the use of computers; troubleshooting vehicle maintenance issues; customer service.

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent. 

3 years of experience in golf course equipment repair and maintenance, including managerial experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience

Associate's degree (AA) in technical or vocational course of study in automotive repair and collision and 5 years' experience in golf course equipment repair and maintenance, including managerial experience.

Licensures and Certifications

Valid State of Georgia driver’s license required.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.