Description
About Us:
Smith Turf & Irrigation is the leading distributor and retailer in the golf, grounds and landscaping industry. We offer a comprehensive selection of equipment, irrigation and landscape products and support our customers with technical expertise and service.Â
Since 1925, Smith Turf has built an unmatched reputation for outstanding customer care, service and support across North and South Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee. STI is a family owned business that believes in working as a team and fosters a family oriented culture.Â
Position Overview:
Commercial equipment mechanics are responsible for the maintenance and repair of turf and commercial grade equipment used in the golf, sports field and grounds industry. They play a critical role in upholding our reputation for exceeding our customers' expectations.Â
Key Responsibilities:
Accurately test, troubleshoot, and diagnose failures on hydraulics, electrical systems, and gasoline and diesel engines on a variety of commercial turf equipment such as Toro and Ventrac
Perform scheduled inspections, maintenance- including change oil, hydraulic fluid and all necessary filters and fluids
Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics
Document issues in a clear and concise manner, showing cause for failure and correction
Maintain technical and product knowledge on all equipment servicedÂ
Participate in available company sponsored training to develop skills and knowledge
Perform all duties in a professional and safe manner
Required Qualifications:
Mechanics (technicians) with a minimum of 2 years of mechanical experience working on golf course, turf equipment or heavy diesel equipment
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems
Must have the ability to read, interpret and understand schematicsÂ
Must be able to perform diagnostic tests to identify and rebuild/repair malfunctions on all equipment
Certifications from Kohler, Toro, Briggs and Stratton are a plus
Demonstrated experience in diagnosing and repairing electrical and hydraulic problems
Must have the ability to read and analyze documents and procedure manuals
Must be able to routinely lift up to 75 pounds
High school diploma or equivalent required
Benefits
Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401(k) with Company Match
Employee Referral Program
Opportunity of Advancement
Paid Training and CertificationsÂ
Free Counseling Services- EAP
Product Discounts
Weekends Off!
STI is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at STI including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.