Assistant Fleet Manager Cutting Unit Specialist

Position: Assistant Fleet Manager – Cutting Unit Specialist

Immediate Supervisor: Equipment, Fleet Manager

Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Founded in 1916, La Cumbre Country Club is Santa Barbara’s premier private golf club. With a celebrated history and exciting future that includes a full course restoration in 2027, La Cumbre is committed to delivering the highest standards in course conditioning. Central to this success is our Equipment Management Team, who ensure that our fleet and cutting units perform to tournament-level precision every day.

The Assistant Fleet Manager – Cutting Unit Specialist plays a critical role in preparing and maintaining the mowing fleet to deliver consistent, world-class playing surfaces. This position supports the Fleet Manager in all aspects of equipment maintenance, with a specialization in cutting unit setup, grinding, and performance management. The role is ideal for a detail-oriented turf equipment technician who takes pride in precision and wants to grow into a future leadership position.

• Inspect, set up, and maintain cutting units to achieve precise height‑of‑cut and quality of cut.
• Perform daily checks on reels, bedknives, rotary blades, and groomers to ensure optimal turf performance.
• Utilize advanced equipment technologies (e.g., reel grinders, height‑of‑cut gauges, leveling plates and prism cut gauges) to monitor and adjust performance.
• Support the Fleet Manager in the repair and preventative maintenance of all turf equipment.
• Maintain accurate service records for cutting units and fleet assets.
• Train and assist operators in the correct use and care of equipment.
• Ensure that all equipment meets the Club’s high standards of safety and reliability.
• Assist with shop organization, parts inventory, and overall workflow efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Agronomy team to align mowing equipment performance with course conditioning goals.

• 1–3 years of golf course maintenance experience, with irrigation knowledge preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of cutting unit mechanics, setup, and grinding.
• Familiarity with reel and rotary mowers, grinders, and height‑of‑cut measuring tools.
• Ability to diagnose and repair equipment issues related to hydraulics, electrical, and engines (preferred).
• Detail‑oriented, with a commitment to precision and consistency.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and tournament support hours as needed.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• Competitive hourly wage, commensurate with experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Uniforms.
• Golf privileges.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to:

Paul Robertson,

B.Sc., MBA-MPM

Director of Agronomy

La Cumbre Country Club

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