Equipment Mechanic II - Golf

CITY EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job-someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.

Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.

POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION

The Mechanic II - Golf is a skilled journeyman mechanic position responsible for the maintenance and repair of all golf course maintenance equipment, assist with clubhouse golf cart fleet, tractors, trailers and other related equipment. Work involves servicing and repairing mowers, utility vehicles, PTO driven equipment, tractors, golf carts, a variety of small, hand-held equipment, and other related equipment. Work is performed under the general direction of the Golf Course Superintendent and is assigned orally or through daily, weekly and monthly maintenance schedules. This position may also be required to assist with golf course maintenance and snow removal operations as necessary. This is work of a primarily physically demanding nature.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster citizens by providing diverse leisure, recreational and informational services and resources; and acquiring, developing and maintaining first-class parks, golf courses, facilities, open space and recreational trails. This position works towards the accomplishment of the department’s mission: “Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness and literacy.”

Every employee is accountable to:

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
• Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
• Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
• Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty and ethical behavior
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
• Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility and takes calculated risks when appropriate
• Participate in personal growth opportunities and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
• Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
• Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
• Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences

GENERAL COMPETENCIES
Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:

• Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
• Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and target areas for personal self-development
• Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
• Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
• Achieve goals, handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
• Demonstrate accountability for work and take ownership in job performance
• Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product

Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to:

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of:
  • All golf course maintenance equipment
  • Necessary skills to troubleshoot and repair complex hydraulic and electrical systems used on turf equipment
  • Proficient in the use of varied diagnostic tools in determining issues with equipment or golf cart fleet
  • Maintenance of equipment, organizational skills and the ability to utilize a desktop computer in the establishment of a preventative equipment maintenance and inventory control software program
  • Skills necessary to maintain precise cutting units through the use of state-of-the-art grinding equipment and bench setting equipment
  • Equipment operating procedures, people skills, and communication skills to train new employees on preventative maintenance policies, equipment safety and procedures
  • Work safety rules and procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles and repair methods of internal combustion and diesel engines, transmissions/drivelines and fuel systems
• Demonstrate skill in interpersonal relations to direct the work of others with positive results
• Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, vendors and other City employees and the public
• Use different types of welding and fabrication equipment
• Follow oral and written instructions and accurately fill required forms
• Read and interpret schematics, service manuals, and manufacturer instructions
• Grind reels, determine proper bed knife relief angles and reel to bed knife adjustments
• Operate or learn to operate a wide array of equipment, tractors and utility vehicles

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Tasks
1. Responsible for maintenance and repair of equipment:

• Planning, organizing, prioritizing and scheduling preventative maintenance and repairs to all golf course maintenance equipment and utility vehicles, and minor repairs to heavy equipment (tractors, dump trailers, PTO driven equipment etc.); major repairs to heavy equipment may be necessary following manufacturer recommendations for service intervals.
• Coordinating all equipment maintenance activities assuring maintenance and repair needs meet seasonal and operational expectations of the golf course operation
• Directing part-time/seasonal employees in the preventative maintenance and repair of golf carts, and performs non-routine maintenance and repair on golf carts
• Performing routine preventative maintenance work such as oil changes and chassis lubrication on all golf course related equipment
• Grinding, sharpening and adjusting cutting units and blades, and at times directs the completion of this function via full-time or part-time employees

2. Manages annual budgeted funds through an inventory cost control system assuring adequate equipment repair parts inventory are maintained in relationship to available funding
3. Fabricates and welds with electric and gas welders and makes cuts with gas torch to tailor-make items unique to a specific job
4. Uses personal computer-generated program to plan, organize, and schedule preventative maintenance of all golf course equipment
5. Diagnoses problems as well as repairs or replaces various equipment including:

• Ability to use manufacturer tools and industry standards in diagnosis such as scanner, code readers etc.
• Diagnosing problems in electrical, fuel, and hydraulic systems and in various mechanical components
• Repairing and/or rebuilding engines, transmissions, differentials, drivelines, brakes, gearboxes, hydraulic and fuel systems and related golf course equipment systems and components
• Repairing and replacing all equipment, utility vehicle and truck tires
• Performing on course repairs as required in varied weather conditions
• Replacing non-repairable items such as shocks, tires, bulbs and brake shoes

6. Maintains regular and punctual attendance

Other Duties and Responsibilities
1. Recommends operating budget for golf course equipment repair parts based on an evaluation of existing inventory of supplies and projected needs
2. Works directly with Golf Course Superintendent to formulate the purchase of equipment on an annual basis
3. Aids in the training of subordinates in the proper and safe use of mechanical equipment
4. Assists the Golf Course Superintendent in training new employees in preventative maintenance and equipment operation
5. Maintains and repairs snow removal equipment
6. Monitors and places all fuel and lubricant orders
7. Responsible for ordering of general shop supplies and equipment parts
8. Test-drives a variety of equipment upon completion or repair
9. Cleans shop area and equipment/vehicles as necessary
10. Performs maintenance duties at the discretion of the Golf Course Superintendent
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses and Certifications
Required :

• High school degree or GED
• Two (2) years of experience in golf course equipment/turf equipment repair which would include maintenance and repair of heavy equipment such as tractors, mowers and single axle trucks
• Possesses a valid driver’s license and maintains a safe driving record throughout employment

Preferred :

• Some experience in the use of a personal computer to maintain work records and preventative maintenance schedules

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered

Physical Requirements
Work performed is physical in nature and sufficient physical stamina and strength are needed to:

• Constantly stand and walk to perform routine maintenance on golf course equipment; Occasionally sit to perform office tasks
• Frequently squat, bend, kneel, twist, occasionally crawl, climb, balance, and reach overhead and constantly below shoulder to assess and repair vehicles and machinery daily
• Frequent light/firm grasps, handling and fine manipulation to properly use tools, equipment and perform repairs on small engines
• Occasional step up/down and actuate mechanism to safely enter/exit and operate golf carts, riding mowers, tractors and vehicles
• Constant near/far acuity to observe equipment and vehicle for maintenance needs and safety hazards and perform office tasks; Constant hearing to effectively communicate with guests, staff and to be aware of any possible dangers while on golf course
• Occasional lifting of up to twenty-five (25) pounds from floor to overhead to stock materials, tires, parts, supplies and lower baskets; Occasional lifting of up to eighty (80) pounds from floor to waist and carrying of up to eighty (80) pounds fifteen (15) feet to move supplies and equipment to work site and storage; Occasional pushing/pulling of up to 100 pounds to transport brooms, mowers, push reels and other maintenance supplies and broken equipment and vehicles throughout course to maintenance shop for repair

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is constantly performed indoor and occasionally outdoor with constant exposure to extreme weather. This work is performed year-round in the repair shop and in the field under inclement and severe weather and working conditions. Working conditions include close proximity to moving vehicles, mechanical parts, and to heavy equipment. Exposure to exhaust and other fumes, odors, dust, noise, and vibrations does exist. Must be able to drive or learn to drive a wide range of vehicles and equipment with automatic and manual transmissions.

Required Materials and Equipment
Hand tools and power tools. Test equipment such as voltmeters, code scanners, accu-gauge, angle locators, reel and bed knife grinders, electric and gas welders, gas cutting torch, hydraulic lifts; personal computer based preventative maintenance; general office equipment, including phone, calculator, two-way radio, computer terminals, photocopier, computer applications, and printers.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Background checks will include employment references and criminal history and when applicable, credit check, driver’s license record, education verification
• Pre-employment drug screen
• Pre-employment physical
• Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Health and Dental
• Flexible Spending
• Pension/Retirement Plans
• Term Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Survivor Benefits
• Wellness Program
• Career Development Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Leave program that provides for vacation, holidays, sick leave, major illness, and on the job injury

For a more detailed overview of our General Non Exempt employee benefit package:
Benefit Package

The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.

401(a) Contribution Rates:
Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.
Employer Contribution: 12% of your base pay.

Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule

• Less than 3 years - 0%
• 3 to 4 years - 60%
• 4 to 5 years - 80%
• Over 5 years - 100%
• For employees age 55 and older, the employer contributions are 100% vested

The City of Westminster provides employees with innovative and practical ways to improve their commute through two key features, EcoPass and Commute Benefits powered by Commutrics. EcoPass provides unlimited trips on RTD's core transit services and Commute Rewards allows you to record your trips and get rewards based on your commute mode.

Closing Date/Time: 5/5/2025 8:30 AM Mountain

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• City of Westminster, Colorado

• 303-658-2150

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