Small engine mechanic job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Small engine mechanic requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in small engine mechanic job postings.
Sample small engine mechanic requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in small engine repair.
- Knowledge of safety requirements and safety practices.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose small engine malfunctions.
Sample required small engine mechanic soft skills
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and with a team.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and workloads.
Small engine mechanic job description example 1
Ace Hardware small engine mechanic job description
About the Company Big Tool Box & Highlands Garden Center in Centennial has served the greater South Metro area for over 40 years with 5 different divisions, including ACE Hardware, Garden Center / Nursery, Rental Equipment, Repair Shop and Lawn & Sprinkler Center. Our brand-new Parker location has just opened, and we are very excited to bring the same great service and retail experience to the greater Parker area. We believe people make all the difference at the Big Tool Box & Highlands Garden Center. Our customers have come to depend on our help, advice and old school service. If you're passionate about your career and want to contribute in a company you can believe in, consider sharing your talent at Big Tool Box & Highlands Garden Center We offer competitive pay, great benefits in a family-oriented working environment. Job Description Position: Repair Shop Equipment Technician Overview: Tune up your mechanical skills and build a great career. If you want to learn how to repair and service outdoor power equipment to the highest standards, Big Tool Box is the place for you! Position will repair engines and perform scheduled maintenance on a wide variety of customer-owned and store-owned rental equipment. At Big Tool Box, our Equipment Technicians repair and service outdoor power equipment to meet Big Tool Box's high standards. Our Equipment Technicians' dedication to doing the best possible job will mean our customers can be sure they are getting back safe, reliable, ready-to-work tools. From repairing engines to performing regularly scheduled maintenance, we bring out the best in every piece of equipment. Our Equipment Technicians work in a clean, modern, climate-controlled work environment, where they can work comfortably all year round.
Requirements
Minimum education requirements: • High School Diploma or GED required Minimum experience requirements: • Experience in small engines or an aptitude for general mechanics • 2-stroke engine experience Position requirements: • Skill in establishing priorities and managing both workload and time wisely • Ability to communicate effectively with both customers and co-workers • Ability to work with a team • Ability to follow verbal and written work direction • Ability to multitask and follow through on work assignments, especially those that are detailed • Ability to follow health and safety compliance Essential Job Functions: • Diagnose and repair vehicles to ensure customers can receive repaired equipment and feel safe and able to use the equipment with ease • Work as part of a team to solve technical and mechanical problems quickly and efficiently • Follow and promote high standards of safety, cleanliness and organization $15.00-$21.00
Wage
$15.00-$21.00
Additional Info
Competencies: • Self-control: Must be able to maintain composure, even in difficult situations. • Dependability: Job requires being responsible, dependable and fulfilling obligations. • Stress tolerance: Must be able to accept constructive criticism and deal calmly and effectively in high stress situations. • Integrity: Job requires being honest and ethical. • Cooperation: Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and maintaining a good-natured, positive attitude. Physical Activities: • Ability to work on feet (for long periods of time). • Able to frequently push or pull moderately heavy objects (approximately 50lbs - 100lbs) • Ability to lift approximately 50lbs • Have manual dexterity and physical stamina
Requirements
Minimum education requirements: • High School Diploma or GED required Minimum experience requirements: • Experience in small engines or an aptitude for general mechanics • 2-stroke engine experience Position requirements: • Skill in establishing priorities and managing both workload and time wisely • Ability to communicate effectively with both customers and co-workers • Ability to work with a team • Ability to follow verbal and written work direction • Ability to multitask and follow through on work assignments, especially those that are detailed • Ability to follow health and safety compliance Essential Job Functions: • Diagnose and repair vehicles to ensure customers can receive repaired equipment and feel safe and able to use the equipment with ease • Work as part of a team to solve technical and mechanical problems quickly and efficiently • Follow and promote high standards of safety, cleanliness and organization $15.00-$21.00
Wage
$15.00-$21.00
Additional Info
Competencies: • Self-control: Must be able to maintain composure, even in difficult situations. • Dependability: Job requires being responsible, dependable and fulfilling obligations. • Stress tolerance: Must be able to accept constructive criticism and deal calmly and effectively in high stress situations. • Integrity: Job requires being honest and ethical. • Cooperation: Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and maintaining a good-natured, positive attitude. Physical Activities: • Ability to work on feet (for long periods of time). • Able to frequently push or pull moderately heavy objects (approximately 50lbs - 100lbs) • Ability to lift approximately 50lbs • Have manual dexterity and physical stamina
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Small engine mechanic job description example 2
Atlantic Tractor LLC small engine mechanic job description
Whether you have experience with agricultural or lawn and garden equipment, or have a mechanical background and the desire to learn the Ag and/or Turf industry - now is the time to join our team! We are offering a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! This is your opportunity for a long term career with a top employer and well-respected organization that offers great pay, above average benefits, and real advancement opportunities. If you want to be in the equipment industry, then you want to work for Atlantic Tractor, a 19 location John Deere dealership.
Atlantic Tractor, recently certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute, is on the lookout for a John Deere Small Engine Mechanic to join the Service department at its store in Queen Anne, Maryland.
* Outstanding benefits including -$5,000 Sign-On Bonus (Expires 11/30/2022); 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Health Saving Accounts; Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Company Paid Online and Instructor-Led Training; EAP (Employee Assistance Program); Discounts on products.
* Advancement- Due to the continued growth of the company, you can advance into a management role. Many of the managers and supervisors in our dealerships began their careers in Service, Parts or Sales.
* Stability and reputation- Atlantic Tractor has 19 locations and over 450 employees. Atlantic Tractor is known for their stability, their honesty, and their integrity. We have been named "Satisfyed Top Dealers" from 2018 through 2022. As a result of our continued growth, we have become one of the largest agricultural and equipment dealers in the Mid-Atlantic region while maintaining local community values.
* Employee impact- Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
* Training- We offer you company paid training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.
* Core Values - We operate under a set of core values which we call the 6P's of Performance. These six values are Passionate; Positive; People-Oriented; Productive; Professional and Proud. Our core values summarize our commitment to a culture of self-improvement and exceptional customer experiences which were uniquely developed by our employees.
This is a career where you will find pride in the work you do and will have the support you need to ensure your success.
Responsibilities:
* Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on light construction equipment and turf equipment.
* Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:
* Preferably one year of experience in performing service repairs on mowing equipment and handheld power equipment.
* Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures.
* Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of turf equipment.
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Valid Driver's license.
The pay range for this position is $18-$32 per hour based on experience.
Atlantic Tractor, recently certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute, is on the lookout for a John Deere Small Engine Mechanic to join the Service department at its store in Queen Anne, Maryland.
* Outstanding benefits including -$5,000 Sign-On Bonus (Expires 11/30/2022); 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Health Saving Accounts; Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Company Paid Online and Instructor-Led Training; EAP (Employee Assistance Program); Discounts on products.
* Advancement- Due to the continued growth of the company, you can advance into a management role. Many of the managers and supervisors in our dealerships began their careers in Service, Parts or Sales.
* Stability and reputation- Atlantic Tractor has 19 locations and over 450 employees. Atlantic Tractor is known for their stability, their honesty, and their integrity. We have been named "Satisfyed Top Dealers" from 2018 through 2022. As a result of our continued growth, we have become one of the largest agricultural and equipment dealers in the Mid-Atlantic region while maintaining local community values.
* Employee impact- Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
* Training- We offer you company paid training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.
* Core Values - We operate under a set of core values which we call the 6P's of Performance. These six values are Passionate; Positive; People-Oriented; Productive; Professional and Proud. Our core values summarize our commitment to a culture of self-improvement and exceptional customer experiences which were uniquely developed by our employees.
This is a career where you will find pride in the work you do and will have the support you need to ensure your success.
Responsibilities:
* Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on light construction equipment and turf equipment.
* Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:
* Preferably one year of experience in performing service repairs on mowing equipment and handheld power equipment.
* Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures.
* Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of turf equipment.
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Valid Driver's license.
The pay range for this position is $18-$32 per hour based on experience.
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Small engine mechanic job description example 3
Northern Tool + Equipment small engine mechanic job description
- A fast growing nationwide brand - over 115 locations in 22 states.
- Competitive wages plus commission.
- Clean and organized work environment.
- Supplied tools and uniforms.
- A defined training program to support your success.
- Competitive benefits package: health, retirement, employee assistance and more!
- Generous employee discount at all of the Kotula family of companies - Northern Tool & Equipment, Kotulas.com, The Sportsman's Guide.com, The Golf Warehouse.com, Soccersavings.com, Baseballsavings.com, Tractorseats.com, Great Northern Equipment.
You Have:
- At least one year of experience repairing and maintaining small engines, large lawn equipment, generators, commercial pressure washing units, mowers, tillers, and other related equipment with a track record of success.
- The skills to clearly explain and communicate to the customer's satisfaction the diagnosis and repair of the machine in a professional manner to provide a positive experience.
- Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness, while providing a valued quality solution to the customer.
- The ability to recognize and observe all safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
- The desire to treat others with respect and contribute to building a positive team spirit.
- The ability to understand and follow instructions and promptly respond to direction.
- The drive to work with integrity, always upholding company values, while operating a profitable service business.
You Might Also Have:
- Knowledge of small engine theory (2 and 4 stroke): lubrication, cooling, ignition and fuel systems.
- Certifications in major manufacture brands like Honda, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, Generac, MTD, etc. Master certification is a plus!
- Extensive experience with electrical systems, plunger driven or axial pressure washer pumps and unloader systems, hydraulic theory, and associated diagnostic equipment and procedures.
- Proven track record of business development - Business to Business, Business to Consumer.
- Strong organizational and computer skills (fluent in Microsoft Office products).
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Updated March 14, 2024