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Turf Equipment Technician

Full-time

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.

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

Educational Requirements

Trade school or formal education or certifications in mechanical or electrical or related programs or equivalent experience

Experience Requirements

1-5 years of experience as a Head Mechanic or Equipment Technician

Special Requirements

  • 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
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects
  • Have a valid driver’s license
  • Ability to work when required during the day, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Walking, standing, sitting, heavy lifting, moving heavy objects
  • Indoor and outdoor conditions

Date Job is Available

Salary

$25 to $35 per hour

Overtime: Yes

Job Application Instructions

email resume to Davidm@freestonetx.com


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