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Richmond Country Club

Richmond, BC

Equipment Technician – Golf Course Maintenance

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | On-Site | Pay: $70,000 - $90,000+ (commensurate with experience)

About the Richmond Country Club and the Golf Course Maintenance Team

We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and mechanically skilled individual to join our progressive Greens Department (Golf Course Maintenance team) as our Equipment Technician. RCC offers a collaborative, professional, and supportive work environment where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional golf course conditions for our members.

Richmond Country Club is recognized as one of British Columbia's premier private family clubs. Our championship golf course is maintained to the highest standards, and our equipment fleet is an essential part of achieving excellence every day. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in preventative maintenance, problem-solving, organization, leadership, and ensuring every piece of equipment performs safely and reliably.

About this Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Golf Course Superintendent, the Equipment Technician is responsible for the overall management, maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and preventative servicing of the Club's golf course maintenance equipment and machinery.

As the Club's equipment maintenance leader, this role oversees the daily operation of the equipment maintenance facility, manages the preventative maintenance program, equipment inventory, purchasing, shop organization, and equipment-related budgets. The successful candidate will support the Superintendent in ensuring the maintenance team operates safely, efficiently, and reliably to support exceptional playing conditions while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Successful team members demonstrate respect, integrity, engagement, accountability, and collaboration. They strive for excellence by taking ownership of their work, supporting their teammates, and contributing to the continued success of Richmond Country Club.

Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Golf Course Superintendent while leading the Club's equipment maintenance program.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance program for the entire golf course equipment fleet.
• Excels at with mower set-up and after cut appearance to maximize.
• Has strong administrative skills to maintain accurate maintenance records, service histories, repair logs, warranty information, preventative maintenance schedules, and equipment lifecycle documentation.
• Manage the daily operation, cleanliness, organization, and safety of the equipment maintenance shop in accordance with WorkSafeBC regulations and Club safety standards.
• Manage equipment parts inventory, purchasing, and procurement while maintaining appropriate stock levels to support seasonal operations.
• Track purchase orders, equipment expenses, warranties, vendor relationships, and maintenance budgets while ensuring cost-effective purchasing practices.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and external service providers.
• Evaluate equipment condition and provide recommendations regarding equipment replacement, capital planning, and future fleet investments.
• Train and educate Golf Course Maintenance staff on equipment operation, daily inspections, cleaning procedures, safe operation, and preventative care practices.
• Promote a proactive culture of equipment care and accountability among all equipment operators.
• Work within established maintenance schedules while adapting priorities to changing weather conditions, tournament preparation, and operational demands.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, crouch, climb, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely operate shop equipment, welding equipment, grinders, hoists, diagnostic tools, and other specialized repair equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive mechanical tasks requiring manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Journeyperson certification as an Equipment Technician, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Agricultural Equipment Technician, Automotive Service Technician, or an equivalent mechanical trade is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and extensive industry experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 3–5 years of equipment maintenance experience in a high paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, welding, fabrication, reel mower technology, and small engines.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to train, educate, and support equipment operators.
• Professional, reliable, punctual, safety-conscious, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the Golf Course Maintenance team.
• Valid BC Driver's License required.

More information on the role:

• Hours of Work: Full-time 40 hours per week, with seasonal flexibility based on operational requirements.
• General Shift Timings: Early mornings, generally beginning between 5:00 and 7:00 a.m., with occasional weekends, statutory holidays, and emergency call-ins during peak golf season.
• Job Environment: Primarily on-site within the equipment maintenance facility, with occasional work throughout the golf course.
• Ability to Commute: Richmond, BC – reliable transportation is required as public transit service to the maintenance facility is limited. Complimentary staff parking is provided.
• Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• If you enjoy solving mechanical challenges, leading equipment maintenance operations, and taking pride in supporting one of British Columbia's premier private golf courses, we'd love to hear from you.

Some of our great benefits:

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive Health Benefits Plan- including Life Insurance, AD&D, Extended Health and Dental (subject to length of service)
• Personal tool allowance
• On-site free parking
• Staff meal plan
• Group RRSP contribution (conditional to length of service)
• Use of the Golf course, Tennis courts, and gym (subject to off-peak hours)
• Merchandise discount in the Golf Pro shop
• Employee sports events such as Golf, Tennis, and athletic tournaments
• Recognition: RCC prides itself on recognizing our employees in creative ways
• Career growth, training and development opportunities
• Team building events with the Golf Course team

What's it like to work for RCC?

Since 1958, the RCC's core principle has been that no member would be denied admission because of their race, color, or creed, holding the spirit of inclusion as our core value. Our promise is 'to enrich our members' lives by delivering exceptional, family experiences that strengthen relationships and foster a true sense of belonging'.

Richmond Country Club is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

All applications will be reviewed, and those applicants meeting the profile expectations will be contacted. We thank you for taking the time to consider the Richmond Country Club for your career aspirations.

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