Equipment/Shop Manager Prospect Bay Country Club

About

Prospect Bay Country Club is seeking a full-time equipment manager to join our team.

We are a member-owned private community golf course located minutes from the Bay Bridge on Maryland's Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The 18 hole championship golf course will undergo a major renovation starting in the spring of 2026. Recent upgrades include a new maintenance facility with conditioned Mechanics Area.

Position Overview

The equipment manager reports to the golf course superintendent and/or the assistant golf course superintendent and oversees a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for the golf course assets. This program includes diagnostics and repair of failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment, and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. The equipment manager properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the superintendent and/or the assistant superintendent. The equipment manager places safety as a top priority and is responsible for maintaining a clean service area and maintenance building.

Functions

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
• Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
• Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance program within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.
• Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
• Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, makes emergency repairs to equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.
• Oversee the shop area maintenance.
• Regulates employees' use of equipment in absence of superintendent and assistant superintendent, if needed, and performs other duties as directed by the superintendent.
• Recommend equipment purchases and leases.

Employment Standards

• Reel/bedknife grinding/setup.
• Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment and automotive apparatuses.
• Skill in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools, and the making of various types of mechanical repair.
• Working knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience in welding using MIG/TIG and cutting torches.
• Ability to move heavy objects.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions while repairing equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work.
• Proficiency in computer use, knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applications as specified by supervisor.
• Ability to communicate effectively and keep business records.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to play the game of golf and understand how job performance affects the playing conditions of the golf course.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

• 2/4-year degree/certificate in automotive/ diesel mechanics or related field.
• Completion in GCSAA EM Certification, a plus.

Experience Requirements

Prior experience as Equipment Manager/Mechanic in maintaining golf course equipment, preferred.

Special Requirements

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, a plus.
• Weekends off, with exception to special events.

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k after 1 year
• Vacation and Sick leave
• Uniforms
• Meals
• Membership of local/national organizations
• Golf privileges

Date Job is Available

ASAP

Salary

$70,000 to $80,000 per year

Job Application Instructions

Email Cover Letter and Resume to:

Thomas Tipton, CGCS

ttipton@prospectbaycc.com