Golf Course Mechanic
Due to an upcoming retirement, we are looking to fill our Steeple Chase Golf Club Mechanic position. This position will be available starting in January, 2025.
About Us
Established in 1954, Mundelein Park & Recreation District has 34 park sites offering over 735 acres of open space, playgrounds, ballfields, lakes and trails. We offer over 650 seasonal programs, including: dance, youth sports, tennis, karate, golf, gymnastics, adult and youth leagues, swim instruction, art, fitness and wellness, culinary, adult day trips, science classes, and day camps. In addition, we host over 20 annual events, many free to the public.
Steeple Chase Golf Club is a Ken Killian-designed course nestled on over 200 beautiful acres. For more than a decade, this highly-acclaimed course is among the best courses in Chicagoland, ranked “4 Stars” in Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play” public ranking and voted Daily Herald Readers’ Choice “Best Golf Course.” Natural hills, lakes, woods and wetlands, and outstanding course conditions all come together to create unsurpassed beauty and a true challenge. Beginners enjoy its straightforward, fair play, and the intermediate or advanced take to the signature 18th hole.
Job Summary
The Golf Course Mechanic reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Responsible for performing a variety of mechanical duties to maintain and/or repair properties and equipment. The Golf Course Mechanic must be able to work independently, as well as being able to assist in the daily management and operations of the golf course. Other responsibilities include daily spot checks on equipment in the field to ensure proper performance and proper operation of equipment. Work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required.
About Us
Established in 1954, Mundelein Park & Recreation District has 34 park sites offering over 735 acres of open space, playgrounds, ballfields, lakes and trails. We offer over 650 seasonal programs, including: dance, youth sports, tennis, karate, golf, gymnastics, adult and youth leagues, swim instruction, art, fitness and wellness, culinary, adult day trips, science classes, and day camps. In addition, we host over 20 annual events, many free to the public.
Steeple Chase Golf Club is a Ken Killian-designed course nestled on over 200 beautiful acres. For more than a decade, this highly-acclaimed course is among the best courses in Chicagoland, ranked “4 Stars” in Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play” public ranking and voted Daily Herald Readers’ Choice “Best Golf Course.” Natural hills, lakes, woods and wetlands, and outstanding course conditions all come together to create unsurpassed beauty and a true challenge. Beginners enjoy its straightforward, fair play, and the intermediate or advanced take to the signature 18th hole.
Job Summary
The Golf Course Mechanic reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Responsible for performing a variety of mechanical duties to maintain and/or repair properties and equipment. The Golf Course Mechanic must be able to work independently, as well as being able to assist in the daily management and operations of the golf course. Other responsibilities include daily spot checks on equipment in the field to ensure proper performance and proper operation of equipment. Work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required.
Qualifications – Education, Experience and Training
Must have 3 or more years of experience in general equipment maintenance and repair (small engines, diesel and gas) in a professional setting. Must have prior experience with golf course maintenance equipment with an emphasis on reel maintenance, proper grinding, and mower setup. Current state of Illinois driver’s license. Minimum high school graduate or general education degree (GED) preferred with additional training or education related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification required within 90 days of employment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all types of equipment on the Golf Course (gas, diesel, small engines, mowers, heavy machinery, trucks, tractors, golf carts, etc.
- Perform and organize routine scheduled maintenance.
- Order and manage parts and supplies inventory.
- Paint equipment and body repairs.
- Knowledge of reel maintenance, grinding and setup.
- Sharpen mower blades.
- Ability to weld and fabricate.
- Ability to diagnose hydraulic and electrical problems.
- Perform daily spot checks on equipment in the field to ensure proper performance.
- Inspect all installations, repairs, and maintenance performed by dealers and specialty shops.
- Inspect all new equipment to ensure established standards.
- Prepare and maintain detailed service records on all equipment.
- Maintain adequate inventories of all supplies and the security of those supplies.
- Ability to institute a preventive maintenance program.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Position Type: Full Time Non-Exempt, Union Start Date: January 2025
Full Wage Range: $30.26 / $31.87 / $33.21 DOQ
Benefits: IMRF Pension, Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Days, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, Group Life Insurance, Family Fitness Center Membership, Family Aquatic Center Passes, Complimentary Golf options and District Discounts
Apply online at www.mundeleinparks.org