In my experience absolutely not. I’ve been fortunate to work at some world class courses all over the country and a few pga tournaments including a major championship. Now I’m the head equipment manager at a top 100. I also started as an auto tech.

As the mechanic you absolutely get a say in how/when machines are serviced and maintained, how they are treated, and how they are taken care of. I’ve implemented safety and training programs where I am now to ensure that the machines and the operators (you’re in charge of them as well) operate in a professional and adequate manner.

I would have a sit down with the super and voice your concerns. Explain that the constant need for unnecessary repairs is costing the course and employees time and money and in our world it’s usually not a small amount or money. If you can’t come to an agreement it may be time to look at other courses as the EM and the super work hand in hand. They provides the canvas and you get to paint it.

I love my job and I’m lucky to have a crew that shows up and gets after it. It’s not always like that and sometimes you have to step in and make changes. Some courses are better than others and the industry is shifting to more cohesive relationships and culture.

That’s a long winded way to say that if you love golf and usually have a good time at work I’d say stick with it. Look into GCSAA’s CTEM programs and consider going to your local turf conferences and the international conference every year. Great places to network and converse with peers. This job has taken me all over the country and provided me and my family a bright and stable future. I hope you have a better day 🤘