Turf Equipment Technician

Are you a skilled mechanic who takes pride in maintaining and repairing equipment to keep daily operations running smoothly? Are you looking for an opportunity to improve your mechanical skills while working alongside a dedicated turf management team at one of Virginia’s premier golf courses? If so, you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity! 

The Country Club of Virginia is seeking a skilled Equipment Technician to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently to support daily golf course operations. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, dependable, and have a strong mechanical aptitude. Experience with small engines, diesel equipment, or turf maintenance machinery is preferred but not required.

This is a full-time position, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, with some weekend work required (in season). Schedules may vary based on holidays or special events. The position pays $28 to $32/hour depending upon experience, with full benefits available, paid vacation, and uniforms provided.

Key Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Service all golf course maintenance equipment, transportation vehicles, and golf carts according to manufacturers’ recommendations
• Inspect equipment for operating deficiencies
• Repair and adjust equipment
• Perform general overhaul and other preventive maintenance on all equipment, including 2- and 4-cycle, diesel, electric, and hybrid engines
• Maintain repair records on all equipment
• Assist in training line employees on pre-operation checks, cleaning, and daily servicing of equipment
• Sharpen reel and rotary mowers
• Maintain safety procedures for using equipment
• Attend annual service schools

Essential Skills and Experience:

•       Ability to diagnose and repair motorized equipment
•       Experience repairing golf course maintenance equipment is preferred but not required
•       Welding experience preferred
•       Excellent verbal communication skills, ability to work well with others
•       Ability to adapt to change and frequently reprioritize tasks
•       Must maintain and work out of your own basic tool chest
•       Must be available to work holidays, weekends, and overtime during the golf season as needed

Club Profile
The Country Club of Virginia is one of America’s oldest and finest private, member-owned clubs. CCV is currently ranked #7 on the Platinum Clubs of America list, out of thousands of recognized clubs. Located in Richmond, Virginia, CCV was organized in 1908 and is one of the nation’s largest full-service country clubs. The club’s 8,000+ members support 1,111 acres containing two superb clubhouses situated seven miles apart, 54 holes of golf, 24 tennis courts, five squash courts, three platform tennis courts, a 100,000 square foot fitness complex, five pools, five dining outlets, three snack bars, and special event venues. In season, CCV employs a staff of over 800 and has an operating budget in excess of $52 million. 

CCV conducts post-offer drug tests and criminal background screenings.