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The Club:
The City of Vernon is nestled in the North Okanagan and surrounded by mountains, lakes, orchards, and vineyards. Vernon is a vibrant community with full amenities, great golf, world class skiing, and is a playground for tourists and locals year-round. The Vernon Golf and Country Club has deep roots in the community and has been in operation since 1913. We are a non-profit club which means all profits go back into the club, towards capital projects, improvements, and equipment. We are a bustling, semi-private golf club with 675 members and a current waitlist of 100. It is an exciting time for the club as we have seen major improvements to the clubhouse and the grounds over the past 2 years.
The Position:
Working under the direction of the superintendent, the mechanic will be responsible for coordinating and performing all preventative maintenance and repair of all golf course equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair mechanical problems of all course equipment including utility vehicles, golf carts, small engines and implements.
- Daily inspection, adjustment and sharpening of cutting reels and rotary mowers.
- Performing scheduled servicing of all equipment
- Maintains fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment and quality of cut.
- Help train staff on proper equipment use and maintenance procedures.
- Maintains a safe workplace and keeps equipment in safe operating conditions.
- Occasionally assists the grounds crew with course maintenance.
- Keeps detailed maintenance and repair records.
- Maintains the shop and workspace in an orderly and clean condition.
Requirements:
- Experience in repairing golf course equipment or relevant mechanical experience.
- Working knowledge of small gas and diesel engine repair
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues.
- Experience with grinding and setup of both reel and rotary mowers and asset.
- Welding and fabricating skills an asset
- Maintains a positive approach with coworkers and is team oriented.
Remuneration:
1. $33.72/hr as per collective agreement with CUPE Local 626.
2. Health and Welfare, Dental plans, Vacation Entitlement, and RRSP contributions as per the collective agreement with CUPE Local 626.
Hours of Work:
40 Hours per week - As per article 17 of the collective agreement with CUPE Local 626.
Probationary Period:
This position has a three (3) month probationary period. Every effort will be made by the employer to ensure the success of the candidate in their new position.
Application Deadline:
February 16, 2024.
Apply Today by Sending Your Resume!
To apply to this position, Please send a resume and cover letter to Chad de Groot, Golf Course Superintendent, Vernon Golf and Country Club
chad@vernongolf.com
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