Mechanic- Set up for Turf Equipment

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Company Overview

Smith Turf & Irrigation is the leading distributor and retailer in the golf, grounds and landscaping industry. We offer a comprehensive selection of equipment, irrigation and landscape products and support our customers with technical expertise and service.

Since 1925, Smith Turf has built an unmatched reputation for outstanding customer care, service and support across North and South Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee. STI is a family-owned business that believes in working as a team and fosters a family-oriented culture.

Position Overview

Commercial set-up technicians are responsible for the assembly of new commercial equipment used in the golf, sports field and grounds industry. They play a critical role in upholding our reputation for exceeding our customers’ expectations.

What You’ll Do

· Uncrate, assemble, and prep new and demo equipment according to manufacturer standards

· Perform initial inspections, including fluid checks, safety checks, and adjustments to hydraulic and electrical systems

· Responsible for the cleanliness of finished products

· Performs minor adjustments and light equipment service, including but not limited to, oil changes, air filters, fuel filter replacement, simple blade sharpening

· Set up cutting units and adjusting height-of-cut

· Minor reconditioning of used or lease returned equipment for resale

· Works with the Service Advisor and Shop Foreman to order parts as needed

· Responsible for maintaining accurate records for repairs, service work orders, inventory and tagging and identifying parts for warranty

· Responsible for maintaining personal tools, work area, shop and shop tools

· Maintain a clean, safe, and organized service area, following all safety regulations

· Operating forklift to move equipment between the shop and yard

Skills We Are Seeking

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· Experience in a service repair shop is preferred but not required

· Must have the ability to read and analyze documents and procedure manuals

· Must be able to routinely lift up to 75 pounds

Benefits

· Competitive Compensation

· Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance

· Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

· 401(k) with Company Match

· Employee Referral Program

· Opportunity of Advancement

· Paid Training and Certifications

· Free Counseling Services- EAP

· Product Discounts

· Weekends Off!

STI is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at STI including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.