Equipment/Shop Manager

Equipment & Shop Manager

Department: Golf Course Maintenance
Reports To: Director Of Agronomy
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview

Brentwood Country Club is seeking a highly skilled and organized Equipment & Shop Manager to oversee all aspects of our turf maintenance fleet and shop operations. This position plays a critical leadership role in supporting championship-level playing conditions through equipment reliability, professional shop management, safety compliance, and strong teamwork with the agronomy staff.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with advanced mechanical expertise, strong leadership ability, and a commitment to high standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Fleet Reliability

• Manage the repair, servicing, and preventive maintenance program for all mowing equipment, vehicles, and machinery.
• Perform and oversee reel/bedknife grinding, height-of-cut calibration, and daily mower setup to support consistent and elite turf conditions.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and battery-powered systems.
• Maintain accurate equipment records, PM schedules, and work orders using maintenance software.
• Provide input on long-term capital planning, fleet replacement cycles, and equipment purchases.

Shop Management & Operations

• Direct all daily shop operations, ensuring equipment is staged and ready for use each morning.
• Maintain a clean, safe, efficient, and well-organized maintenance facility.
• Manage parts inventory, tools, equipment, warranties, and vendor relationships.
• Prioritize repairs based on agronomy needs and ensure timely turnaround of equipment.
• Establish and enforce shop standards, procedures, and quality control checks.

Safety, Compliance & Environmental Stewardship

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA/CAL-OSHA regulations, including PPE, lockout/tagout, and SDS management.
• Oversee the safe storage, handling, and recycling of oils, fuels, batteries, and other materials.
• Maintain wash pad systems, fueling stations, and environmental controls.
• Support club sustainability goals through efficient fuel use, recycling programs, and adoption of modern, low-emission equipment.

Leadership & Communication

• Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate mechanics and shop staff.
• Collaborate daily with the Superintendent and Assistants to align equipment output with course conditioning goals.
• Communicate repair timelines, equipment status, and shop priorities clearly and proactively.
• Support major events and tournament preparations with elevated equipment standards and responsiveness.

Qualifications

Required:

• 3+ years of experience with turf equipment or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Strong working knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, gasoline/diesel, and reel-grinding systems.
• Experience managing a shop environment, workflow, tools, and parts inventory.
• Understanding of OSHA/CAL-OSHA safety standards.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Technical/trade school degree or certifications in mechanical technology, diesel repair, or turf equipment.
• Experience with Toro, John Deere, or Jacobsen equipment.
• Welding and fabrication skills.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• Familiarity with CMMS or digital maintenance systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in shop and outdoor conditions.
• Frequent standing, kneeling, bending, and working under equipment.
• Ability to work early mornings, occasional weekends, and extended hours during events.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary 140k-150k
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k)).
• Uniforms, training, and certification support.
• Golf and dining privileges as applicable.

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