Lead Mechanic
The Property
Beaver Dam Farms is a historic 1,000-acre private destination resort undergoing a world-class transformation. Originally the estate of Kenny Rogers, the property features a unique 18-hole golf course, elite equestrian facilities, and organic farming operations. We are seeking a highly motivated professional to oversee the heartbeat of our operation: the equipment fleet.
The Role
As the Lead Mechanic, you are responsible for a diverse fleet of specialized machinery. Your primary focus is ensuring that all golf course and estate equipment is maintained to the highest standards. We are looking for a mechanic who understands that "good enough" isn't an option when creating a world-class guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Precision Maintenance: Oversee the repair and preventative maintenance of all golf course equipment, including specialized reel mowers, tractors, and utility vehicles. As well as heavy equipment and farm tractors
- Grinding & Sharpening: Maintain the highest quality of cut by performing regular reel grinding and bedknife sharpening.
- Fleet Management: Maintain detailed service records, manage parts inventory, and organize a clean, efficient, and safe shop environment.
- Safety & Training: Ensure all equipment is safe for operation and assist in training the crew on proper equipment handling and daily checks.
- Estate Support: Provide mechanical support for the property’s equestrian and organic farming machinery as needed.
Candidate Profile
- Experience: 5 years of experience in mechanical repair, specifically with turf equipment (Toro, John Deere).
- Technical Skill: Proficiency in diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, and electrical diagnostics. Experience with reel theory and grinding is a significant advantage.
- The "Ground-Floor" Mindset: We are in a phase of major growth. We need someone adaptable and eager to help build a premier shop operation from the ground up.
- Organization: A self-starter who keeps a meticulous shop and tracks every nut, bolt, and filter.
