Fleet Technician - Golf

Fleet Technician - Golf

Salary

$79,428.00 - $96,576.00 Annually

Location

13900 Interurban Ave S., Tukwila, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-00044

Department

RECREATION

Division

GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

The Tukwila Parks & Recreation Department is actively seeking a Golf Fleet Technician who is energetic, enthusiastic, a self-starter, and has a general understanding of the game of golf and how the associated job applies to the goals of the Golf Maintenance Staff.

The Golf Fleet Technician reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and management of all the equipment associated with the golf course. In addition, the position will ensure an excellent quality of cut on all mowing equipment at all times. Accurate and thorough record keeping, maintaining inventories, and communication with management is also expected from this position.

About Tukwila:

The City of Tukwila is 9.6 square miles of opportunity and a dynamic place to work. The population is over 22,000 at night and up to 150,000+ during the day. Tukwila shares borders with the Cities of Seattle, Renton, SeaTac, Burien, and Kent. Its central location lies in the heart of the Puget Sound region, sitting 12 miles south of downtown Seattle, 17miles north of downtown Tacoma, and just east of SeaTac Airport. It is easily accessed by I-5 and I-405 or via either of Tukwilas two train stations, the Sounder Station or the Sound Transit Light Rail Station.

Our Mission:

To provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, healthy environment for our residents, businesses and guests.

Our Values:

Caring - We support the diverse community we serve with compassion, empathy and kindness.

Professional - We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.

Responsive - We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.

Hiring Salary Range: $6,619 - $8,048 per month (t18), plus excellent benefits.

Note: We don't typically hire at the top of the range.

This position is represented by Teamsters 763, and works Monday - Friday, start times may vary based on season.

How To Apply: Initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "education" and "work experience" section of your application in Government Jobs website, along with your cover letter. In order to be considered for this position you MUST apply online and complete the entire application for considerations.

Please attach onto your online application:

• Attach Cover letter
• Attach Chronological resume

Veteran's Preference: Veterans Preference is available in accordance with state laws. Attach DD214 or NGB Form 22 for eligibility.

Selection Process: The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

This selection process may include but is not limited to evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, testing, and interviewing. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at humanresources@tukwilawa.gov.

This recruitment is open and continuous until filled, with a first review of candidates on October 12, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repairs on mowers, equipment, small tools, and golf carts; sharpens reels, maintains bed-knife to reel gaps, adjust mower heights, changes oils, filters, sparkplugs, greases fittings, monitors tire pressure.
• Outfits equipment with protective screening, lights, and decals.
• Works on electrical systems, repairs heating and cooling systems, performs custom fabrications, and repairs engines all associated with golf course maintenance equipment.
• Selects and purchases various equipment and supplies as needed and maintains inventory.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots vehicle and equipment problems in the shop and in the field.
• Designs and fabricate equipment parts not readily available including welding fatigued or failed components, converting equipment to meet seasonal needs, adding modifications to existing equipment, and designing specialized tools and accessories. Performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance activities for City vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains various records, documents, and reports.
• Provides technical advice to others working in the shop and monitors shop equipment to ensure that the equipment is in safe working order.
• Maintains reasonable, predictable, and regular attendance during the standard work week.
• Responds to service calls for emergency repair. Tests equipment on the course and occasionally assist with tasks on the course in various situations.
• Assists departments in writing specifications for new equipment and vehicles; installs equipment; and makes modifications to equipment, and vehicles.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of mechanical operations for engines, electrical systems and hydraulics.
• Maintenance and repair methods and techniques related to maintaining golf equipment.
• Safety precautions applicable to maintaining golf equipment.
• Tools and equipment used in maintaining golf equipment.
• Laws and regulations applicable to maintaining golf equipment.
• Troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures related to systems maintained; and
• Material management techniques

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Performing skilled and journey level maintenance activities related to golf equipment;
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing golf equipment;
• Using hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment and instruments;
• Operating golf equipment and vehicles maintained;
• Inventorying and ordering materials and supplies;
• Applying customer service techniques;
• Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public; and
• Communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction;
• Fabrication and welding.

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (Position requirements at entry):

Completion of an approved vocational program and three years of journey level mechanic experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

• Valid State of Washington Drivers License;
• First Aid and CPR certification

Desired Qualifications (but not required):

• Minimum experience of 2-3 years in maintenance, repair, and management associated with the golf course or small engine repair is a plus!

• Ability to work weekends and overtime (only as needed during events)

• Must be well organized, motivated, a self-starter, and able to work in a fast paced, high energy environment

• Must have a good attitude and be able to work well with others

• Working knowledge of small and large engines (including diesels), reel mowers, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

• Ability to schedule and organize maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of equipment with staff and record keeping on computer devices.

• Operational knowledge of reel cutting and bed knife Grinding machines - preferably Foley Accu-pro 633 and Quickspin 672.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, mobility, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

• Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

• Hazardous physical conditions (mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.)
• Atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, gases)
• Hazardous materials (chemicals)
• Intense noise

The City of Tukwila offers a comprehensive benefit package to all regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners (DP) and their dependents (a tax penalty applies to the DP portion of the premium). Part-time employees pay a pro-rated share of the premium.

Medical Employees have the option of choosing from the Citys self-insured plan that is administered by Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA) and is part of the Regence Preferred Provider network; or Kaiser Permanente, an HMO, for medical and prescription coverage.

Dental The dental plan is provided through the Citys self-insured plan (HMA) and covers preventative, basic, and restorative services to an annual maximum of $2,000. An incentive level applies to these services ranging from 70% to 100% coverage. Orthodontia is available for dependent children to age 19.

Vision Vision coverage is provided via Teamsters through Northwest Administrators, Inc. Coverage includes an annual eye exam and vision hardware.

Employee Cost Share Regular, full-time employees contribute a monthly premium cost share based on the coverage level elected.

2025 Coverage Level

HMA Employee Monthly Cost Share

Kaiser Employee Monthly Cost Share

Employee only

$50.28

$43.89

Employee & Spouse (or DP)

$105.91

$92.61

Employee, Spouse (or DP), 1 Child

$131.95

$115.44

Employee, Spouse (or DP) and 2 or more Children

$153.28

$133.88

Employee, 1 Child

$76.32

$66.72

Employee and 2 or more Children

$97.65

$85.15

Sick Leave Sick leave accrues at the rate of four (4) hours per pay period (pro-rated for part-time employees).

Vacation Leave After six months continuous employment, six (6) days of vacation is awarded and then accrues at the rate of four (4) hours each pay period (pro-rated for part-time employees). Additional vacation hours are accrued per pay period after years three (3) through fifteen (15) years of service, to a maximum accumulation of 384 hours.

Holidays The City of Tukwila recognizes eleven (11) holidays and two (2) floating or "personal" holidays each calendar year, unless otherwise specified in the labor agreement.

Retirement Membership in the Washington State Department of Retirement System PERS 2, PERS 3 or PSERS 2 plans, as applicable, is required. The employee and employer both contribute to the plans.

Deferred Compensation Employees may choose to set aside a portion of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis for retirement purposes. The City offers investment options through either Mission Square or Empower.

Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance A basic life insurance policy of $50,000 is provide for Teamsters represented employees at no cost. Supplemental life insurance is available at group rates through payroll deduction for employees and their dependents. A long-term disability (LTD) policy is provided for Teamsters represented employees at no cost. The policy provides for up to 60% of monthly salary replacement.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) A Flexible Spending Account (FSA) allows employees to set aside a portion of their salary, tax-deferred, to pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses, dependent care expenses, and/or adoption assistance.

HRA/VEBA Teamsters employees make a monthly contribution to individual VEBA accounts. These contributions are deducted via payroll deduction on a monthly basis. See the applicable Labor Agreement for specific details on the amount of the monthly deduction for each bargaining unit.

Employee Assistance Program The City of Tukwila contracts with an outside agency to provide confidential personal or job-related counseling and referral assistance to employees and their eligible dependents at no cost.

Longevity Pay Longevity pay is awarded beginning at five (5) years of service and increases at 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years of service.

Pay Days Pay days occur on the 10th and 25th of each month (24 pay periods annually). Direct deposit of pay is available.

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How many years of maintenance, repair, and management associated with a golf course or small engine repair do you have?

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What equipment types do you have experience maintaining?

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Have you used a reel or bedknife grinder? If yes, what manufacturer, and explain your process for grinding a reel and bedknife?

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What experience do you have diagnosing electrical problems, and what tools do you use?

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Employer City of Tukwila

Address 6200 Southcenter Boulevard

Tukwila, Washington, 98188

Phone (206) 433-1831

Website http://www.tukwilawa.gov