Job Details
Mechanic (Golf)
2025-02-05 BREC, LA Baton Rouge,LA
Description:
Functions and Duties
Essential Functions and Duties:
Supplemental Information
As scheduled, within a general framework of 8 hours a day/40 hour a week. Some weekends and holidays as required.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. If you do not complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, or etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy.
An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen, and physical.
2025 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High Deductible High Health Plan) and options are provided through Louisiana Blue. Coverage is effective the first of the month, following two months of employment, a (2 month waiting period). Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52 - family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23 - employee only; $975.50 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $1,492.70 - family. Employee cost per month for Blue Saver: $39.08 - employee only; $162.68 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family.
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term-Life Insurance policy through Equitable Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is subject to decrease at age 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee except for salaries more than $50,000 which are subject to the imputed income clause under the IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: BREC contributions to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System for each employee amount to 37.41% of salary. Employees contribute at the rate of 9.5%. Retirement contributions are tax deferred. Personal contributions are kept on account and refunded if employees leave BREC before their retirement. Additional benefit opportunities are available after 25 years through the DROP program. BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN through payroll deduction.
HOLIDAYS: BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE: BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS: Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS: BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP: BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Lucet. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION: BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START: This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA: BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS: BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2025*
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Have you ever volunteered for BREC? Yes or No. If so, in what capacity and what location?
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Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate?
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Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?
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Do you have 5 years related experience? if yes, please explain below.
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This job requires that you must be able to obtain ASE Mechanic Certification in at least one category or Certification through a major Turf Equipment Manufacturer within 6 months of hire.Please acknowledge the above statement if you agree.
Required Question
Salary : $37,772.80 Annually
Location : Zachary, LA
Job Type: Full Time Non-Exempt
Job Number: MG2025
Department: Golf
Opening Date: 01/03/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Summary
This is a technical position with responsibility for the coordination, maintenance, service, and repairs of all golf course equipment.
Requirements and Job Specifications
Education Required: H.S. diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Vo-tech school diploma or Associate's degree.
Area of Study (major) Preferred: Automobile or Golf and Turf Equipment repair or related.
Certification(s) Required: Must be able to obtain ASE Mechanic Certification in at least one category or Certification through a major Turf Equipment Manufacturer within 6 months of hire.
Preferred: Master Mechanic or Mechanic Certification in at least three (3) categories.
License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license.
Years Relevant Work Experience: 5 years related experience.
Preferred: 10 or more years related experience
Other Job Specifications:
- Basic knowledge of mechanics for repairing golf course and turf equipment
- General knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems
- Good attention to detail/communication/interpersonal skills
- Must have a positive attitude with the willingness and desire to learn new skills
- Skill in the care and use of tools for mechanical maintenance and repair work
- Skill in the operation of light to heavy equipment
- Ability to adjust to changing work demands, procedures, technology, and/or priorities
- Ability to operate and maintain all types of small hand and electrical tools used in repairing golf course equipment
- Ability to properly repair and rebuild engines & machinery
- Ability to work independently and accurately
- Ability to lift 25 - 50lbs. frequently
- Ability to read and write the English language and prepare reports
- Ability to work independently and accurately
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Functions and Duties
Essential Functions and Duties:
- Performs and directs troubleshooting, maintenance, service and repair to all golf course and turf equipment including but not limited to the following:greens mowers, slope mowers, trap rakes, ball pickers, tractors, backhoes, fairway mowers, rotary mowers, reel mowers, golf carts, utility trucks, etc.
- Performs, directs, and assigns repairs on mechanical equipment such as engines, drive-trains, and other equipment as necessary.
- Performs, directs, and assigns equipment modifications and upgrades.
- Tests equipment after effective repairs to determine adequacy of work.
- Estimates cost of repair work.
- Purchases parts and supplies under BREC guidelines and policies.
- Maintains records of maintenance and repair work.
- Is responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of the shop, storage areas, rest rooms, offices, and equipment yard.
Secondary Job Duties: - Occasionally performs, directs, and supervises other parts of the overall golf course maintenance operation such as operating heavy equipment, mowing, topdressing, etc.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.
Supplemental Information
As scheduled, within a general framework of 8 hours a day/40 hour a week. Some weekends and holidays as required.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. If you do not complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, or etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for further consideration for this vacancy.
An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen, and physical.
2025 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High Deductible High Health Plan) and options are provided through Louisiana Blue. Coverage is effective the first of the month, following two months of employment, a (2 month waiting period). Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52 - family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23 - employee only; $975.50 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $1,492.70 - family. Employee cost per month for Blue Saver: $39.08 - employee only; $162.68 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family.
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term-Life Insurance policy through Equitable Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is subject to decrease at age 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee except for salaries more than $50,000 which are subject to the imputed income clause under the IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: BREC contributions to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System for each employee amount to 37.41% of salary. Employees contribute at the rate of 9.5%. Retirement contributions are tax deferred. Personal contributions are kept on account and refunded if employees leave BREC before their retirement. Additional benefit opportunities are available after 25 years through the DROP program. BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN through payroll deduction.
HOLIDAYS: BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE: BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS: Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS: BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP: BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Lucet. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION: BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START: This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA: BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS: BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2025*
01
Have you ever volunteered for BREC? Yes or No. If so, in what capacity and what location?
02
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have 5 years related experience? if yes, please explain below.
05
This job requires that you must be able to obtain ASE Mechanic Certification in at least one category or Certification through a major Turf Equipment Manufacturer within 6 months of hire.Please acknowledge the above statement if you agree.
- Yes
- No
Required Question