Brian Lee Scruggs
Lincoln City
Summary
Experienced mechanic specializing in equipment repair and maintenance. Skilled in diagnosing complex mechanical issues and implementing effective solutions. Valuable team player focused on collaboration and achieving optimal results. Possesses critical problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing work demands.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Golf Course Equipment Mechanic
Salishan Coastal Lodge
04.2023 - Current
- Contributed to team success with strong problem-solving skills in diagnosing mechanical malfunctions.
- Improved equipment efficiency by conducting regular preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Reduced costs by sourcing high-quality replacement parts at competitive prices.
- Performed basic welding, brazing and soldering.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals for troubleshooting and repair purposes.
Grounds Mechanic
Willamette University
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
Equipment Manager
Arrowhead Golf Club
04.2017 - 03.2021
- Responsible for all aspects of maintaining, and repairing equipment used on the golf course.
- Responsible for all Golf Cart maintenance, and repair, and Responsible for all Landscaping equipment, and vehicles used by our Landscaping company, Zoom Lawns.
- Troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, diesel systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and emission control systems.
- Responsible for operating within an assigned budget to maintain a complete supply chain in order to keep equipment in peak operation.
- Research new technology, and keep up training on new equipment, and procedures.
Service Manager
RMT Equipment
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Responsible for all aspects of Service center management.
- Shop recruitment.
- Maintain Budget.
- Provide customers with excellent service, and maintain accurate records.
Golf Course Equipment Manager
Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club
03.2013 - 09.2016
- First line supervisor responsible for all aspects of the maintenance and repair of golf course equipment, and shop facilities.
- Develop preventative maintenance programs, as well as develop, and train shop, and course maintenance personnel.
- Schedule, and track all maintenance activities.
- Develop parts inventory and tracking systems along with implementation.
Golf Course Equipment Manager
Broadmoor Golf Course
06.2012 - 03.2013
- Responsible for all aspects of equipment care.
- Major engine overhaul/repair including diesel, gas, and electric vehicles.
- Troubleshoot hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Maintain detailed equipment records.
- Develop training programs.
- Maintain equipment within budget.
Equipment Technician
Columbia Edgewater Country Club
03.2010 - 06.2012
- Responsible for the maintenance, and repair of all golf course equipment, including Jacobsen, John Deere, Toro, Easy Go, TurfCo, Cushman, Kioti, Bobcat, Textron, Stihl, Tanaka, Shindaiwa and others.
- Experience with parts ordering systems, online manuals, technical information systems.
- Very proficient at reel maintenance including grinding, cut checking, backlapping, and height adjustment.
Education
Portland State University
Portland, OR01.2004
Coursework in Psychology, Minor in Spanish
Portland Community College
Portland, OR01.2002
Vocational Certification/Degree - Electronics troubleshooting, and repair
US Navy Advanced Electronics
San Diego, CA02.1987
Skills
- Diagnosing problems
- Troubleshooting systems
- Overhauling engines
- Electronic control systems
- Equipment diagnostics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Schematic reading
- Minor welding
- Safety processes
- Performance improvement
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Miscellaneous - Summary
I have over 32 years of combined computer experience and a background in Naval Electronics. I am a proud veteran of the US Navy with a very strong work ethic.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Golf Course Equipment Mechanic
Salishan Coastal Lodge
04.2023 - Current
Grounds Mechanic
Willamette University
04.2021 - 03.2023
Equipment Manager
Arrowhead Golf Club
04.2017 - 03.2021
Service Manager
RMT Equipment
09.2016 - 02.2017
Golf Course Equipment Manager
Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club
03.2013 - 09.2016
Golf Course Equipment Manager
Broadmoor Golf Course
06.2012 - 03.2013
Equipment Technician
Columbia Edgewater Country Club
03.2010 - 06.2012
Coursework in Psychology, Minor in Spanish
Portland Community College
Vocational Certification/Degree - Electronics troubleshooting, and repair
US Navy Advanced Electronics
Portland State University
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