Mechanic

Job Description This position is responsible for troubleshooting, performing, and evaluating all service and repair activities of equipment, related tools, and vehicles in a safe, timely, and cost efficient manner; perform related work as required. Skills: Repairs, replaces, and/or performs preventative maintenance on engines, equipment and tools; Troubleshoots mechanical systems including fuel, electrical, brakes, charging system, A/C, hydraulics, engine cooling, transmission, drive lines, engine, and smog; Identifies system components, determines component failure, and isolates components in a system; Read and understands complex mechanical schematics; Remove, replace, and/or repair system components as needed; Repair / rebuild hydraulic systems including cylinder/valves, hoses, and piping; Performs major and minor mechanical repairs on all company-owned equipment including brakes, suspension, engine repair/rebuild, repair mechanical systems, gears, belt drives, electrical, welding, custom fabrication, and component swap; Repair, replace, and/or perform preventative maintenance on engines, equipment, and tools; Conduct mechanical diagnostics, equipment repair, and safety inspections of various systems including brakes, suspension, electrical and hydraulic, diesel, gas, 2-cycle, and 4-cycle motors, as well as on-road and off-road equipment; Works with crew to maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventory; Works with crew to maintain the shop, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion; Demonstrate efficient improvement of light-duty landscape equipment (e.g.,3 wheelers, compactors, power brooms), heavy-duty landscape equipment (e.g., trenchers, skid steers, chain saws), and related tools; Be able to rely on manufacturer diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, the internet, and specifications to guide proper troubleshooting, repair, or replacement; Proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and precision-measuring and testing instruments; Bed able to supply reviews / equipment reports; Complete a weekly operational evaluation on machinery to identify potential areas needing repair; Determine course of action required for repair/service and establish a timeline needed to complete; Be able to develops a list of parts needed and source from local supplier; Lubricate and cleans parts / equipment on a weekly basis; Comply with all policies, procedures, and performance goals; Ensure that all safety laws, policies, and practices are met; Ensure all work meets company quality standards; Maintain service logs and records of preventative maintenance for all equipment; Demonstrate professional understanding of hazardous substances, PPE, and OSHA compliance; Provide excellent service (e.g., accurate, complete, and timely) to work-site crews, and company staff in a courteous and efficient manner. #J-18808-Ljbffr