Golf Course Mechanic

Job Summary:This position is responsible for the maintenance of all golf course equipment at the University Ridge Golf Course, including gasoline and diesel engines, dump trucks, loader tractors, mowers, and small engine equipment. The University Ridge has 70 varying types of equipment and vehicles to maintain. This position is responsible for adjusting and sharpening of cutting units, scheduling and implementing preventative maintenance programs, troubleshooting and repairing equipment breakdowns, maintaining parts inventories, and keeping equipment records, all within the prescribed budget and allotted time. This position communicates regularly with supervisory staff to prioritize equipment adjustment, maintenance, and repair based on specific goals and conditions.Responsibilities:Performs diagnosis, maintenance and repairs to automotive vehicles, small engines, large/agricultural vehicles and related equipment to ensure effective functioning of institutional vehicles and equipment.• 50% Inspects, maintains, and repairs complex parts and systems for small, automotive, and large-engine vehicles and equipment under general supervision to ensure optimal and safe operation• 15% Identifies and troubleshoots complex vehicle and small-engine issues and collaborates with work unit staff to resolve issues• 10% Documents completed maintenance and repairs according to established policies and procedures• 5% Serves as a point of contact for individuals providing information and updates about vehicle and small-engine maintenance and repairs• 20% Maintains, repairs, and sharpens reel and rotary cutting units associated with various golf course mowing equipment.Institutional Statement on Diversity:Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and InclusionEducation:PreferredH.S. DiplomaQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:- At least three (3) years of experience in an equipment maintenance field.- Knowledge of gas and diesel engine repair.- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems for several types of equipment.- Knowledge of maintenance of turf related reel and rotary mowing equipment.- Ability and willingness to assist with golf course tasks and operate equipment when necessary.- Must pass background check.- Hold a Wisconsin driver's license.- Have basic keyboard and computing skills.Preferred Qualifications:- One or two years of vocational training in equipment maintenance.- Previous experience as a golf course mechanic or turf equipment technician with high-level tournament experience.- Strong capabilities in leadership, communication, problem solving skills, and attention to detail.- Extensive knowledge and experience in reel sharping, internal combustion engines, and golf course maintenance practices.- Welding and fabrication skills a plus.- Knowledge and interest in the game of golf.- Familiarity with Microsoft Office.License/Certification:PreferredDrivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management StandardsWork Schedule:This position is a full-time 40 hours a week and it requires the incumbent to work a flexible schedule including numerous evenings, weekends and overtime, primarily during the golf season.Work Type:Full Time: 100%It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/RenewableSalary:Minimum $26.00 HOURLYDepending on QualificationsEmployees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as:- Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off;- Competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits;- Badger gear & season tickets for Badger football, men's basketball and men's hockey, and/or the varsity sports pass.More Benefits information can be found at https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/.Additional Information:Conditions of Appointment: This is a 100% University Staff appointment. Salary will be assigned within the appropriate range, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package is also included. Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.Unless confidentiality is requested in your online application, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.UW-Madison conducts criminal background checks for final candidate(s).How to Apply:To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by no later than 11:55 p.m. CST, on the assured consideration date. Your application should include:1. A cover letter detailing how your qualifications and experiences align with the responsibilities of the position;2. A comprehensive resume.Applicants selected to participate further in the selection process will be notified directly. All applicants will be notified once a final selection has been made and the search has been completed.Contact:Tianwei Millertm6@athletics.wisc.edu608-265-4138Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.Official Title:Vehicle Equipment Tech II(FP058)Department(s):A42-INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS/GENERAL OPERATNS/GOLF MNTEmployment Class:University Staff-OngoingJob Number:309459-CPThe University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click hereIf you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.