Equipment/Shop Manager

Job Title: Equipment Manager

Reports to: Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations

Compensation: $30 - $40 Dollars per Hour plus Overtime

Relocation: Relocation Assistance Available

Location: TPC Louisiana

11001 Lapalco Boulevard

Avondale, Louisiana 70094





About TPC Louisiana:

TPC Louisiana opened in 2004 and is one of more than 30 premier golf courses owned and operated by the PGA Tour. TPC Louisiana is located in the suburbs southwest of New Orleans. is an 18-hole golf course in the southern United States, located in Avondale, Louisiana is a suburb southwest and less than a 30-minute drive from of New Orleans. The course was designed by renowned golf course architect Pete Dye in consultation with tour professionals Steve Elkington and Kelly Gibson, and currently hosts the Zurich Classic of New Orleans in April of each year. The greens have Mini Verde Bermudagrass, and fairways are TifSport Bermudagrass. TPC properties are known for their outstanding conditioning and amenities, as well as a commitment to environmental excellence.

To learn more about the TPC Louisiana, visit their webpage at https://tpc.com/louisiana/.

Job Summary:

The Equipment Manager will be responsible for all equipment maintenance and repair, parts inventory, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized shop. The Equipment Manager will be a hands-on leader, training, coaching, and assisting the Equipment Mechanic with preventive maintenance, repair, and maintenance of turf equipment and vehicle fleets, training the grounds staff on the safe and proper use of equipment, and managing parts and equipment inventory. The Equipment Manager will advise the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations on major equipment failures and replacement needs and work as an integral member of the team.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, coach, and assist the Equipment Mechanic in maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing turf equipment and other shop responsibilities.
• Develop, manage, and assist in the preventive maintenance schedule for equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all equipment in the fleet, including parts fabrication.
• Educate and train grounds staff on the safe and proper use of equipment.
• Perform grinding and sharpening of cutting units to maintain optimal performance.
• Purchase parts, supplies, and materials as needed and maintain a stocked and orderly parts inventory.
• Practice and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, including proper storage and disposal of hazardous materials such as fuel, grease, and solvents.
• Advise the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations on major equipment failures and replacement needs.
• Establish and adjust daily, weekly, and monthly repair and maintenance schedules based on equipment requirements and the course maintenance schedule.
• Establish and maintain accurate records for equipment, liquids, parts, equipment conditions, repairs, costs of repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop.
• Perform daily course checks to ensure cut quality and proper operation of equipment.
• Prepare, recommend, and manage the equipment budget, monitor cost and expenditures, and identify variances and recommend and implement corrective action as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Experience in the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of turf equipment.
• Experience in cutting unit set-up, reel, and bedknife grinders.
• Ability to read and follow manuals and understand preventive maintenance requirements.
• Ability to utilize various trade tools and know the safety guidelines of their use.
• Familiarity with managing a budget.
• Ability to use an order system, Excel, Word, and PM Software.
• Trade school, formal education, or certifications in mechanics, or equivalent experience.

Benefits:

• Group medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• 401k retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Paid time off for vacation and holiday pay.
• Paid GCSAA annual national and local association membership, paid attendance at some local and regional conferences.
• Tuition assistance.
• Complimentary employee meals.
• Access to PGA TOUR golf tournaments
• Playing privileges and employee discounts