Maintenance

Stay Hands-On Without the Full-Time GrindPiala's Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc. is currently seeking a dependable Assistant Mechanic to help maintain and repair our fleet of landscaping equipment. This role is ideal for a retired or semi-retired mechanic—or a mechanically inclined individual—who enjoys working with engines and equipment but prefers flexible, part-time or seasonal hours.If you take pride in keeping equipment running reliably and value a steady, well-organized work environment, we'd love to connect.What You'll Work OnOur fleet includes a variety of commercial landscaping equipment, such as:Trimmers and blowersSmall engine equipmentLight- and medium-duty trucksTrailers and related support equipmentVarious tractor typesSkid loadersKey ResponsibilitiesPerform routine maintenance (oil changes, fluid services, filters, belts, tire replacements)Diagnose and repair small engines and gas-powered equipmentAssist with general repairs on trucks and fleet vehiclesTroubleshoot mechanical issues and recommend practical solutionsOrder parts and manage vendor relationshipsMaintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and parts purchasesCoordinate offsite or specialty repairs when necessaryEnsure equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for daily operationsMaintain a clean and organized work areaWhy This Role Is a Great Fit for a Retired MechanicFlexible part-time or seasonal schedulingSteady, predictable workload — no flat-rate pressureOpportunity to share your experience and expertiseSupportive team environmentMeaningful, hands-on work that keeps you activeIf you're looking to stay engaged, put your skills to good use, and work on quality equipment without the demands of a full-time shop, we'd be happy to speak with you.Apply today or reach out to learn more.RequirementsMust be at least 18 years oldHold a current and valid Driver's License (Class A or B CDL is a plus, but not required)Ability to operate a tractor and/or skid loader to complete job duties; Must have experience operating skid loaders or be able and willing to learnPhysical condition that allows you to meet the demands of daily tasks, including the ability to lift up to 40 lbsWorking knowledge of routine fleet maintenance proceduresExperience with small engine and gas engine repairComfortable handling parts ordering and maintenance documentationAbility to work independently and manage time effectivelyBilingual (English / Spanish) a plusCompany InformationPiala's is a family owned and operated nursery, garden shop, and full service landscape design-build company located in Southeastern Wisconsin. We pride ourselves on our quality plant stock, experienced installation crews, and talented designers.