SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

Ace Hardware - 3.7 Half Moon Bay, CA Job Details Full-time $20 - $23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications Customer communication In-person customer service

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Small Engine Mechanic $20-$23/Hour DOE 160 San Mateo Road, Unit E, Half Moon Bay

CA 94019

The primary responsibilities of the small engine mechanic are to diagnose and repair small engines while delivering professional, timely and quality service to each and every customer, every time. The small engine mechanic reports to the shop manager. Position Summary Troubleshooting equipment to identify problems and determine solutions Performing preventive maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts, checking valve adjustments and wear on cutting attachments such as mower blades, chainsaw chains, trimmer attachments, hedge trimmer blades, gearheads and transmissions Inspecting equipment for defects in materials or workmanship to ensure that it meets industry standards for safety and quality Diagnosing and repairing units with problems such as ignition systems, fuel systems, motor compression, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems Maintaining inventory of parts and/or supplies such as tune up components, carburetors, blades, and cutting attachments as well as any special tools or equipment needed to perform repairs Installing new equipment and repairing existing equipment to keep it operating safely and efficiently Repairing small engines, including but not limited to: lawnmowers, chainsaws, blowers, and other equipment used in landscaping and construction Diagnosing problems with equipment by testing components and performing tests onsite to determine the cause of the malfunction such as motor compression tests, generator lack of power output, gear cases or drive systems Explaining repair procedures to customers and documenting work performed on equipment through computer programs Work with diagnostic software such as

Mtronic and Autotune Requirements Minimum Requirements:

Understand the basic requirements for 4 stroke and 2 stroke engines to operate Must possess a positive, self-starter attitude Excellent verbal and written communication skills with customers and coworkers alike Ability to work weekends and some holidays Physical Requirements to

Perform Essential Duties:

Ability to stand for long periods upwards of 8 hours per day Ability to bend, kneel, crawl, sit and crouch frequently throughout the day Ability to lift 70lbs, occasionally needing to lift heavy objects over head Ability to hear equipment running to analyze failures Sight is mandatory to ensure safety while performing essential tasks on mobile equipment $20-$23 Wage $20-$23 We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.

Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 / hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid time off Employee discount Paid training

Job Type:

fulltime

Schedule:

8 hour shift Weekend availability

Education:

No education required Work location: On-site