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Townsend Tree Service
Small Engine Tech
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What they do
A Small Engine Mechanic maintains and repairs small engines like those in water craft, motorcycles, motorized bicycles, lawnmowers, and golf carts.
$45,907 / year median in Indiana
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title:
Small Engine Tech Division:
Townsend Tree Service Function:
AZU•Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To:
Manager Discipline:
AZU000•Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type:
Hourly Career Band:
(W)•Production/Manual Labor Job Type:
Non-Exempt EEO Group:
Laborers and Helpers Effective:
11/12/2025 Position Summary The Small Engine Technician is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a variety of small gas- and diesel-powered equipment such as chainsaws, trimmers, blowers, mowers, and compact construction tools.
- and four-cycle engines, electrical systems, and hydraulic components Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and diagrams Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Excellent communication and people skills Meet all physical requirements of the position.
Reporting Relationships and Supervisory Responsibilities Supervision Received:
X The position is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions; work is checked frequently This position performs a wide variety of routine work within established policies and procedures and receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments This position typically receives little instruction on day-to-day work and receives general guidance on new assignments The position establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives and receives guidance in terms of broad goals; only the final results of work reviewed This position exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignmentsSupervision Exercised:
Makes hiring and promotion decisions Outlines method Instructs and trains employees Directs work in progress Schedules work Checks or inspects completed work Assigns duties Approves work Plans and sets work priorities Prepares performance appraisal Balances work among employees Takes disciplinary actionX No Supervision Exercised Competencies N/A:
Competency is not required for the position.Basic:
Applies competency in simple to somewhat difficult situations; requires close, extensive, and frequent guidance.Intermediate:
Applies competency in difficult situations; requires occasional guidance.Advanced:
Applies competency in considerably difficult situations; generally requiring little or no guidance.Expert:
Applies competency in exceptionally difficult situations; serves as a critical resource and advises others.Core Competencies:
- 1•N/A•2•Basic•3•Intermediate•4•Advanced•5•Expert Business Fundamentals Financial Analysis Budgeting Business and Strategic Planning X Communication Writing Listening Speaking X Computer Literacy and Workplace Technology Outlook; Word; Excel Other (PowerPoint, Publisher, One Note, Project) Townsend Applications (e.
- 1•N/A•2•Basic•3•Intermediate•4•Advanced•5•
Expert Managing and Developing People Employee Management Employee Development Team Building Conflict Management Managing Change X Personal Effectiveness Accountability Initiative Critical Judgment Resilience Time Management Teamwork X Project Management Planning and Organizing Analytical Thinking Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Quality Improvement X Resource Management Expense Control Profitability X Safety Culture and Management X Educational Competencies:
- 1•N/A•2•Basic•3•Intermediate•4•Advanced•5•Expert Reasoning X Mathematical Skills X English Language X Physical Requirements and Working Conditions The working conditions here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
LIFT/CARRY PUSH/PULL 1
to 10 lbs. X 1 to 10 lbs. X 11 to 20 lbs. X 11 to 20 lbs. X 21 to 50 lbs. X 21 to 50 lbs. X 51 to 75 lbs. X 51 to 75 lbs. X 76 to 100 lbs. X 76 to 100 lbs.X MOVEMENT ENDURANCE
Bend/Stoop/ Twist X Task # of Hours at One Time Total Hours in an 8-Hour Day Crouch/Squat X Sit 2 4 Kneel/Crawl X Stand 1 2 Reach Above Shoulders X Walk 1 2 Reach Below Shoulders X Repetitive Arm UseX EQUIPMENT USE AND OPERATION
Repetitive Wrist Use X Motor Vehicle X Repetitive Hand Use X Operate Foot Pedals X Grasping X SqueezingX VISION REQUIREMENTS YES NO
Climb Stairs/Ladder X Speaking to Accomplish Task X Climb Trees X Depth Perception X Uneven Walking Surface X Less than Twenty Inches X Even Walking Surface X Color Vision X Peripheral Vision X Never 0% Occas. 0-33% Freq. 45-66% Cont. 67-100% Never 0% Occas. 0-33% Freq. 45-66% Cont. 67-100%COMMUNICATION TRAVEL
Speaking in Near Range X Overnight X Speaking Over Device X Weekends X Hearing Spoken Word X By Motor Vehicle X Hearing w/ Background Noise X By Aircraft X Hearing Over DeviceX ENVIRONMENT WORK WITH/NEAR
Indoors X Machinery X Outdoors X Electricity X Extreme Heat X Chemicals X Extreme Cold X Fumes X Dusty X Heights X Excessive Noise X Power Tools X Other (Explain) Impact Tools X Storm Response and Recovery- extreme weather conditions Confined Spaces