Equipment Manager

Job Title: Equipment Manager Reports to: Head Golf Course Superintendent Compensation: $30 to $40 Hourly Wage Based on Experience Relocation: Club will assist with relocation Location: Orangeburg Country Club 2745 Griffith Dr NW Orangeburg, SC 29118 About The Club: Situated along the picturesque Edisto River, Orangeburg Country Club is a vibrant social and recreational community. Members are offered a first‑class experience in a warm, family‑friendly environment – a private destination where all ages stay active, have fun, and build lifelong memories. Orangeburg Country Club offers an 18‑hole championship golf course, clay tennis courts, pickleball courts, an Olympic‑sized pool, and dining in an exceptional restaurant. For more information on the Club, please visit Job Summary (Essential Functions): The Equipment Manager will be responsible for all equipment maintenance and repair, parts and inventory, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment. The Equipment Manager will be a hands‑on leader who guides, trains, coaches, and assists the agronomy staff in the proper and safe use of the equipment fleet. The Equipment Manager will develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule, manage the repair and maintenance of turf equipment and vehicle fleets, and manage equipment inventory. The Equipment Manager will advise the Golf Course Superintendent on major equipment failures and replacement needs and work as an integral member of the grounds team. Essential Responsibilities: Develop, manage, and support the equipment preventive maintenance program using MyTurf software. Inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair all equipment in the fleet, including parts fabrication. Educate and train grounds staff on the safe and proper use of equipment. Grind and sharpen cutting units to maintain optimal performance. Purchase parts, supplies, and materials as needed, and maintain a stocked, orderly parts inventory. Practice and ensure all health, safety, and environmental regulations are known, understood, and practiced, including proper storage or disposal of hazardous materials, including fuel, grease, and solvents. Advise the Golf Course Superintendent on major equipment failures and replacement needs. Establish and adjust daily, weekly, and monthly repair and maintenance schedules based on equipment requirements and the course maintenance schedule. Establish and maintain accurate records for equipment, liquids, parts, equipment condition, repairs, repair costs, and preventive maintenance. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop. Perform daily course checks to ensure cut quality and proper equipment operation. Prepare, recommend, and manage the equipment budget by monitoring costs and expenditures, identifying variances, and recommending and implementing corrective action as needed. Qualifications: Experience in the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of turf equipment. Experience in cutting unit set‑up, ideally with Foley reel and bedknife grinders. Ability to read and follow manuals, understand preventive maintenance requirements and schedules, and repair equipment. Knowledge of and ability to use various trade tools and follow their safety guidelines. Familiarity with managing a budget. Ability to utilize computer software systems such as a purchase order system, Excel, Word, and PM Software. Trade school, formal education, or certifications in mechanical, electrical, or related programs, or equivalent experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Triumph Group