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Sartin's Powerhouse
Small Engine Mechanic
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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.
$47,393 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your mechanical expertise in a fast-paced environment, ensuring our customers' outdoor power equipment, generators, and machinery operate smoothly and efficiently. Your hands-on skills and technical knowledge will drive customer satisfaction and keep equipment performing at its best. Responsibilities Diagnose issues on small engines, including lawnmowers, chainsaws, trimmers, and other outdoor power equipment using schematics and technical manuals. Perform repairs on various engines such as gasoline and diesel-powered units, ensuring proper functionality through mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. Conduct routine maintenance tasks like oil changes, spark plug replacements, carburetor adjustments, and belt replacements. Utilize hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, soldering irons, and heavy lifting techniques to complete repairs safely and effectively. Interpret schematics and technical diagrams to identify faulty components and execute precise repairs on engines and related systems. Repair larger machinery such as generators and heavy-duty equipment with a focus on electrical systems and mechanical integrity. Provide excellent customer service by explaining repair processes clearly and offering maintenance advice to enhance equipment longevity. Experience Proven dealership experience or service technician background working with small engines or outdoor power equipment. Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in automotive repair, equipment repair, or heavy machinery maintenance. Familiarity with schematics, electrical systems, soldering techniques, and diesel engine repair is highly desirable. Competence in using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and performing vehicle or equipment maintenance tasks. Prior customer service experience combined with sales aptitude to assist customers effectively. Ability to lift heavy components safely while maintaining a focus on safety protocols throughout all repair activities.
Pay:
$14.00 - $20.00 per hourBenefits:
Employee discount Paid time off Tools providedWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements