Small Engine Mechanic- Landscape Equipment

Service Repair Technician

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.

Service repair technicians are responsible for the care and maintenance of small engine law care equipment. They play a critical role in upholding our reputation for exceeding our customers' expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for inspecting, diagnosing and repairing small engine equipment such as Toro, Ventrac, Exmark, Scag, and Stihl
• Perform scheduled maintenance, including oil change, hydraulic fluid and all necessary filters and fluids in a variety of agricultural equipment
• Maintain technical and product knowledge on various equipment lines
• Responsible for the cleanliness of finished products
• Works with the Service Writer 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

Preferred qualifications include:

• Certifications from STIHL, Kohler, Toro, Exmark, Briggs and Stratton

Benefits include:

• 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.

Required qualifications include:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working on gasoline and diesel small engines
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must have the ability to read and analyze documents and procedure manual
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Must be able to routinely lift up to 75 pounds