Equipment/Shop Manager

Seminole Golf Club seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Head Equipment Manager (EM) to lead its turf equipment and mechanical operations. Reporting directly to the Director of Golf Course Operations, this role is integral to maintaining Seminole’s elite conditioning standards through strategic maintenance practices, proactive planning, and technical excellence.

The Head Equipment Manager (EM) oversees all aspects of turf maintenance equipment, mechanical operations, and pumping systems critical to Seminole’s renowned playing conditions. This leader will advance an already exceptional maintenance program through modernized systems, staff development, and long-range capital planning.

The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker and mechanical craftsman, equally skilled in diagnostics, planning, and leadership. This position is considered a career-defining milestone - an opportunity to help steward one of golf’s most respected properties and contribute to its continued legacy of excellence.

The selected individual's presence at Seminole Golf Club carries weight beyond day-to-day responsibilities as an Equipment Manager. The way the Equipment Manager engages - with members, guests, and the team - sets the tone for the entire operation.

Your consistency, kindness, and self-awareness make you a trusted point of connection. That consistency shapes member perception, guest experience, and team culture every single day.

About Seminole Golf Club:

Seminole Golf Club, located in Juno Beach, Florida, is recognized as one of the most exclusive and historic clubs in the world. The club is committed to maintaining exceptional course conditions and providing a world-class experience for its members and guests. The culture emphasizes respect, excellence, and teamwork across all departments, ensuring that every employee contributes to the continued legacy of this premier facility.

Motto: To be the finest golf club in the world

Club Highlights:

• Seminole Golf Club operates seasonally, opening the last week of October and closing on Mother’s Day.
• Grass types - Bermudagrass - Bimini, Tifgrand, Champion
• Equipment - Toro lease package, John Deere Sprayers leased
• Total golf rounds - 16,000
• Upcoming projects - Back 9 complete re-construction

The Golf Course Maintenance Department includes:

• Director of Golf Course Operations
• Golf Course Superintendent
• Head Equipment Manager
• Assistant Equipment Technician
• 3–4 Assistant Superintendents
• 2–4 Interns (varying terms)
• 2 Seasonal Assistants-in-Training
• 16–20 Line Staff
• Administrative Assistant
• Approximately 30–32 team members overall.

Key Attributes of a Successful Candidate:

• Proactive problem solver - Anticipates and prevents downtime through forward-thinking and creative maintenance practices.
• Organized and methodical - Manages complex mechanical systems with precision and attention to detail.
• Leader and developer - Builds and mentors a high-performing technical team and future leaders.
• Technically expert - Deep knowledge of turf equipment, engines, hydraulics, pumps, and fabrication.
• Coachability and curiosity - Willing to learn Seminole’s systems while offering insight to elevate them further.
• Professional integrity - Represents Seminole with the highest degree of professionalism, discretion, respect, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in all interactions.
• Self-aware and being a honest, kind person
• Technologically proficient - Leverages diagnostic technology and fleet management software to anticipate service needs, track machine hours, optimize fuel efficiency, and integrate maintenance schedules with agronomic data.
• Strong budget and capital management - Partners with leadership on multi-year capital plans, equipment lifecycle budgeting, and vendor negotiations to ensure sustained operational excellence and fiscal responsibility.
• Industry leader - Active engagement with industry leaders, associations and professional certification programs (GCSAA, TETAC, OEM certifications) is strongly encouraged and supported.`

Initial Priorities of Position:

• Evaluate and modernize the existing preventive maintenance program.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair all major turf and utility equipment.
• Assess the shop infrastructure and collaborate on long-term upgrade plans.
• Build and train a high-performing assistant and apprentice technician team.
• Establish industry-leading recordkeeping, budgeting, and vendor management systems.

Key knowledge, skills, aptitude and other traits:

• Lead the preventive maintenance program for all golf course and facility mechanical systems, including:
• Turf and utility equipment
• Irrigation pump stations and reverse osmosis systems
• Drainage and dewatering pumps
• Generator systems
• Husqvarna robotic mowers 
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered equipment.
• Perform and oversee reel grinding and cutting unit setup to exacting standards.
• Supervise wash pad and shop maintenance; ensure cleanliness, organization, and safety.
• Seminole expects its Equipment Manager to be a visible leader within the maintenance team—coaching, mentoring, and setting the standard for professionalism.
• Train and instruct staff on the operation, care, and cleaning of equipment.
• Manage equipment records, budgeting, parts inventory, and repair documentation.
• Plan and oversee facility upgrades and long-term capital projects in coordination with the Director.
• Regulate employee equipment use in the absence of leadership.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships for pump station, generator, and specialized maintenance services.
• Collaborate with the Administrative Assistant to prepare and process invoices.
• Participate in continuing education and professional association development.
• Implements environmentally responsible maintenance practices in compliance with federal and state regulations, including waste oil disposal, chemical storage, and stormwater management.
• Experience supporting tournament-level conditions, including coordination with agronomy teams and external crews to maintain championship-ready standards.
• Demonstrates ingenuity in fabrication, with the ability to engineer and modify parts or tools to optimize performance and efficiency.
• Integrates equipment management strategies with overall course conditioning objectives through regular communication with the Superintendent and Director of Golf Course Operations.
• Establishes performance benchmarks and key metrics to measure efficiency, equipment uptime, and maintenance quality across all systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven success as an Equipment Manager or Head Technician at a top tier facility at a minimum of 6-8 years
• Expertise with John Deere and Toro equipment platforms.
• Experience managing capital replacement plans, leases, and vendor relationships.
• Working knowledge of irrigation pumping systems, including reverse osmosis and dewatering.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to lead across diverse teams.
• Bachelor’s degree, trade school certification, or equivalent mechanical training preferred.
• Active member of GCSAA, Turf Equipment Technicians Association, or OEM certification programs.
• Prior experience supporting tournament-ready course conditions (USGA, PGA, or elite amateur events).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience at comparable private clubs ($130-$160K)

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage

• Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer participation

• Time Off: Paid vacation and holidays

• Professional Development: Continuing education support and reimbursement; local and national professional association dues sponsored

• Additional Perks: Uniforms provided, complimentary meals, golfing privileges, and cell phone allowance

• Performance Incentives: Annual bonus opportunities

Why Seminole Golf Club

Joining Seminole Golf Club means becoming part of golf’s living history—where craftsmanship, precision, and pride of work define every detail. This role offers the opportunity to influence course conditioning at one of the most storied clubs in the world, shaping not only Seminole’s performance but also your own professional legacy.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit a cover letter and résumé (PDF format) addressed to Mr. Nelson Caron, Director of Golf Course Operations. Use the subject line “Seminole - Head Equipment Manager - [Your Name]” and ensure all materials are submitted by the application deadline, December 1, 2025.

Please submit to Tyler Bloom, Search Consultant at tyler@bloomgolfpartners.com