Turf Equipment Technician

By freestone Lake and Golf, October 28, 2025 - fairfiled, Texas

Location: Freestone Lake and Golf Fairfield, TX Status: Full-Time, Pay Rate: $30 per hour Supervisory Role: no Reports To: Equipment manager About Us: Freestone is a luxury lake and golf club encompassing the largest privately owned lake in the United States. Set upon 5,000 acres of open water, rolling hills and Savannah Post Oaks, Freestone provides a generational retreat for family and friends halfway between Dallas and Houston. The breathtaking property provides water-front golf at a championship level, trophy bass fishing, boating without public access, and all of the activities and amenities a family should expect from a world-class, private resort. Position Summary: We are looking for a seasoned Equipment Technician with a proven record of assisting the company in providing premium turf conditions. The candidate must have a strong background in maintaining golf equipment and maintenance programs, welding, fabricating.  This position is an integral part of the Agronomy Team and requires knowledge of a variety of golf, Ag and light construction equipment, exceptional organizational skills, ability to provide creative solutions, and ability to prepare or recommend the equipment and maintenance budget.     Qualifications:   -            Multi course experience -            2-5 years of experience as a head mechanic or Equipment Technician -        Working knowledge of all turf and landscape equipment, including cutting unit set-up, hydraulic theory and diagnosis, electrical theory and diagnosis, combustion engines, welding, 2 and 4 stroke engines -            Experience or familiarity on a variety of equipment -            Ability to fabricate parts, including cutting and welding -            Ability to read and follow manuals to understand preventive maintenance requirements and schedules and repair equipment -            Know and can utilize the various trade tools and the safety guidelines of their use -            Have a basic understanding of the game of golf and the effects turf equipment has on the overall condition and playability of the game -            Trade school or formal education or certifications in mechanical or electrical or related programs or equivalent experience -            Ability to lift and move heavy objects -            Have a valid driver’s license   Physical Demands: Ability to work when required during the day, nights, weekends, and holidays Walking, standing, sitting, heavy lifting, moving heavy objects Indoor and outdoor conditions Essential Functions Work at multiple equipment maintenance shops  preventive maintenance program of equipment maintains accurate record keeping Performs or assist parts fabrication Must work well with others as a team and help co-workers when needed Performs daily course checks to ensure cut quality and proper operation of equipment Places safety as a top priority and is responsible for complying with safety regulations and maintaining clean, functional service areas Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail Email resume to equipment manager Davidm@freestonetx.com