Asst Fleet Manager Cutting Unit Specialist
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Job Location:
Santa Barbara County, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 28 - 32
Posted on:
30 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Overview: Founded in 1916 La Cumbre Country Club is Santa Barbaras premier private golf club. With a celebrated history and exciting future that includes a full course restoration in 2027 La Cumbre is committed to delivering the highest standards in course conditioning. Central to this success is our Equipment Management Team who ensure that our fleet and cutting units perform to tournament-level precision every day.
The Assistant Fleet Manager Cutting Unit Specialist plays a critical role in preparing and maintaining the mowing fleet to deliver consistent world-class playing surfaces. This position supports the Fleet Manager in all aspects of equipment maintenance with a specialization in cutting unit setup grinding and performance management. The role is ideal for a detail-oriented turf equipment technician who takes pride in precision and wants to grow into a future leadership position.
PrimaryResponsibilities:
- Inspect set up and maintain cutting units to achieve precise height-of-cut and quality of cut.
- Perform daily checks on reels bedknives rotary blades and groomers to ensure optimal turf performance.
- Utilize advanced equipment technologies (e.g. reel grinders height-of-cut gauges leveling plates and prism cut gauges) to monitor and adjust performance.
- Support the Fleet Manager in the repair and preventative maintenance of all turf equipment.
- Maintain accurate service records for cutting units and fleet assets.
- Train and assist operators in the correct use and care of equipment.
- Ensure that all equipment meets the Clubs high standards of safety and reliability.
- Assist with shop organization parts inventory and overall workflow efficiency.
- Collaborate with the Agronomy team to align mowing equipment performance with course conditioning goals.
Qualifications:
- 13 years of golf course maintenance experience with irrigation knowledge preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge of cutting unit mechanics setup and grinding.
- Familiarity with reel and rotary mowers grinders and height-of-cut measuring tools.
- Ability to diagnose and repair equipment issues related to hydraulics electrical and engines (preferred).
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to precision and consistency.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to work early mornings weekends and tournament support hours as needed.
- Valid drivers license required.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Uniforms
- Golf privileges
- Professional development and training opportunities.
How to apply:
To apply please send your resume and a brief cover letter to:
Paul Robertson . MBA-MPM
Director of Agronomy
La Cumbre Country Club
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- Microsoft Outlook
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Dispatching
- Maintenance Management
- OSHA
- Maintenance
- Fleet Management
- Operating Systems
- Leadership Experience
- Logistics
