Equipment/Shop Manager

Hello and thank you for taking the time to look over my resume. I graduated from the Turf Equipment Technology program at Florida Gateway College (Lake City Community College) in 2011.  I completed my three-month internship at Grand Cypress Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida under the supervision and leadership of Tom Alex (Director of Golf) and Larry Smith (Equipment Manager). I was the primary technician at Gainesville Country Club for approximately a year before accepting a position as an equipment technician for a local John Deere dealership. I worked for the dealership for three and a half years until they lost their franchise with John Deere which ultimately ended with my resignation from the company. Through my work I have become proficient at small engines, diesels, tractors and a variety of different equipment . I have a strong emphasis in quality of cut and daily inspections of equipment. I have knowledge in setting up and adhering to a preventative maintenance program.  I have experience with various means of fabrication, including welding.  In the past I have utilized Microsoft Excel to create work orders, track equipment costs, document equipment repairs and maintain budget records.  I strive to maintain organization and a clean work environment. I do have a vast collection of tools that I am willing to bring with me along with other shop equipment such as jacks, jacks stands and shop fans.  I have always intended on making  a career in the golf industry as I enjoy just about every aspect of it and being able to take ownership of keeping the equipment in good working order. I also don't have any issues with helping out on the course when needed. Seeing as the maintenance facility is where I tend to spend the most time, in the past with the approval of my superiors I have taken it upon myself to keep it presentable and organized.   I am a born again Christian and my faith is very important to me. While I am open and honest about what I believe I never push my faith on anyone and I try to get along with everybody on the team.  We have been staying in Lake City, Florida for my wife's career for the state, however she is now ready to move on to a different role and I am ready to continue my career in the golf industry. We  are hoping to move further north and out of the state of Florida. We are mostly looking to move to North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, or  Alabama.  Anywhere in the Appalachian mountains or foothills is certainly a plus, but not necessarily a requirement. We definitely do not want to move to a metro city such as Atlanta, Memphis or Charlotte.  We do prefer the more rural areas, smaller towns, and four seasons. I do enjoy working at 18-hole private courses rather than larger courses but I am definitely not opposed to working for larger facilities. A team environment is the most important thing on my list where ever I go.  I am readily available for in-person interviews and am willing to travel. 

25 Years as a Master Technician. 5 years as a Turf Equipment Technician. Expert Reel and Bedknife grinding. Welding. Fabrication. $80k worth of professional tools and diagnostic equipment. Low Handicap Player. I take great pride in the condition of the course and the quality of cut.