For Garden's Sake · 10 hours ago
Part-time Small Engine Mechanic
For Garden’s Sake is a family-owned garden center and landscaping company, in operation since 1999. They are seeking a part-time small engine mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various landscaping machinery and equipment, working alongside a full-time mechanic.
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Responsibilities
Keep equipment and machinery operating to its fullest by managing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns, and performing repairs
Manage routine maintenance on fleet vehicles: oil changes, light repairs, etc
Perform general maintenance and repairs on smaller equipment: blowers, trimmers, mowers, chainsaws, etc
Ideal candidate would also have welding and/or fabricating experience to repair trailer lights and hitches
Assist with maintenance and repairs on heavy duty equipment as needed: skid steers, mini skid steers, mini-excavators, etc
Coordinate with outside vendors or shops for larger or specialized repairs as needed
Perform daily preventative maintenance walk-through and catalog work orders
Respond to routine and emergency service calls promptly
Maintain appropriate service and repair records, and manage shop supplies
Qualification
Required
MUST have a valid driver's license with no major MVR infractions
Prior small engine mechanic experience
Experience with repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel engines associated with landscape and lawn maintenance equipment
Familiarity with brands such as Stihl, Toro, and Caterpillar
Welding/fabricating knowledge and experience a strong plus
Able to safely lift and load up to 50 pounds
Willing to work outdoors or in semi-climate controlled mechanic garage in all weather conditions and temperatures
Strong communication skills and ability to work both as a team or independently
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
Good business sense with professional demeanor and proactive sense of urgency
Strategic problem solver, organized, and able to multitask and prioritize tasks
Responsible, dependable, and trustworthy
Preferred
Welding and/or fabricating experience a plus
Industry licensing and certifications a plus
Spanish bilingual a plus
Experience with management software (specifically MaintainX) a plus
Benefits
Employee discounts at the Garden Center
A matching 401K retirement plan
Work-life balance
Advancement opportunities as we continue to grow