Diesel Mechanics- Commercial Turf Equipment

Company: Smith Turf & Irrigation
Location: Paw Creek
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job 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. 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. 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. 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 serviced · 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 schematics · 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 Certifications · 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.

Keywords: Smith Turf & Irrigation, Gastonia , Diesel Mechanics- Commercial Turf Equipment, Engineering , Paw Creek, North Carolina