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Mgr,Golf Course Equip/Ld Mech

  • 501599
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
  • Staff
  • Staff Full-time
  • Closing at: Dec 13 2024 at 23:55 MST

Position Title: Mgr,Golf Course Equip/Ld Mech

Employee Classification: Mgr,Golf Course Equip/Ld Mech

College/Division: Auxiliary Services

Department: 530100-GOLF COURSE

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  $48,332.54 - $72,498.30

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  Thank you for your interest!

Classification Summary:
Develops and implements maintenance plans and schedules. Oversees turf care, irrigation systems, and landscaping activities. Ensures compliance with golf course standards and regulations. Coordinates equipment maintenance and repairs. Supervises and trains golf course maintenance staff.

Classification Standard Duties:
Inspects, diagnoses, adjusts and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various pieces of golf course maintenance equipment. Works with manager to prioritize equipment repair and maintenance work. Keeps all equipment in working order, fueled, oiled and performs related tasks as needed. Sharpens mowers with grinders.
Sets up and modifies new equipment as needed. Repairs and adjusts engines and cutting mechanisms on various heavy and light mowing equipment.
Maintain and keep service, repair and usage records of preventative maintenance schedule. Establish safety procedures and maintain safety records for equipment operation. Coordinates all necessary preventative maintenance and repairs around mowing schedules and equipment usage. Develops and implements a preventative schedule for inspecting, adjusting, troubleshooting and repairing all golf maintenance equipment.
Maintains proper inventory levels of parts, fluids, oils, etc. Responsible for ordering parts and equipment as it pertains to preventative maintenance and repairs. Tracks purchases and related expenses as it pertains to the shop and all equipment repairs. Advises manager regarding major equipment failures and/or replacement needs. Recommends equipment purchases.
Assists manager during annual operating and capital budget preparation process.
Supervises employees in the absence of the golf course superintendent and assistant superintendent. Supervises employees on special projects as directed by manager and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:High School diploma or GED certificate.; Required Experience: Six (6) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate may substitute for years of experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of repair and maintenance of grounds equipment and small engines.; SKILLS:Skill in the use of a variety of hand tools. Skill in the use of gas and electric welding equipment. Skill in the use of mechanized tools, jacks, and hoists. Skill in the use of a variety of diagnostic testing and tuning equipment.; ABILITIES:Ability to provide work direction to others. Ability to effectively communicate.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Inspects, diagnoses, adjusts and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various pieces of golf course maintenance equipment. Works with the golf course superintendent to prioritize equipment repair and maintenance work. Keeps all equipment in working order, fueled, oiled and performs related tasks as needed. Sharpens mowers with grinders.
Sets up and modifies new equipment as needed. Repairs and adjusts engines and cutting mechanisms on various heavy and light mowing equipment.
Maintain and keep service, repair and usage records of preventative maintenance schedule. Establish safety procedures and maintain safety records for equipment operation.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Demonstrate to staff the use of new equipment and train staff in safe operation and proper care/maintenance of assigned equipment.
Coordinates all necessary preventative maintenance and repairs around mowing schedules and equipment usage.
Operated equipment to insure it is working properly and helps with maintenance of the golf course as needed.
Develops and implements a preventative schedule for inspecting, adjusting, troubleshooting and repairing all golf maintenance equipment.
Maintains proper inventory levels of parts, fluids, oils, etc.
Responsible for ordering parts and equipment as it pertains to preventative maintenance and repairs.
Tracks purchases and related expenses as it pertains to the shop and all equipment repairs.
Assists golf course superintendent during annual operating and capital budget preparation process.
Advise the superintendent regarding major equipment failures and/or replacement needs. Recommends equipment purchases.
Supervises employees in the absence of the golf course superintendent and assistant superintendent.
Supervises employees on special projects as directed by the golf course superintendent and performs other duties as directed by the golf course superintendent.
Attends and participates in special committees or other meetings as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  Gabriela Gonzalez, AUXHR@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: 

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures. 

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Main Campus
Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College
Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance. 

Alamogordo Campus
Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus
NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement
NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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