Small Engine Mechanic

About the role

Part-time position available.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on all types of small engine equipment
• Handle basic maintenance and repairs on all trucks, trailers and skid loaders and coordinate major repairs and state inspections with vendors
• Diagnose and repair snow clearing equipment including all types of salt spreaders and plows
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment with accuracy and speed
• Maintain and repair equipment in field as needed
• Maintain accurate written or computerized equipment maintenance records and prioritize work
• Supply part description and numbers for ordering of all parts, including all pre-season inventory order
• Affix to loading and unloading of trucks as needed
• Organizing and maintaining shop area
• Create effective working relationships with employees to communicate both verbally and in writing

Requirements

• 3-5 years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of equipment, including hydraulics, electrical, mechanical and small engine equipment including gas, electric and diesel
• Experience with various shop tools including welders, cutting torches, grinders and skills in fabrication
• Fork lift experience
• Must be trained in PA DOT standards for wiring and hooking up trailers to vehicles
• Must have clean driving history and valid PA drivers license
• Must own and maintain all hand tools to use while performing duties
• Must be willing to work odd hours and some weekends
• Must be familiar with the safe operation of all equipment and be able to instruct others on the use of the equipment
• Working knowledge of safety practices and procedures while making mechanical repairs