Small Engine Mechanic

Job Title: Small Engine Mechanic
Shift: 7am-4:30pm Mon-Fri
Pay: $23+ depending on experience
Job Description
This role focuses on inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing Excavator Mounted Vibrators (EMVs) and related hydraulic vibratory hammers used for piling on industrial excavators. The hydraulic mechanic performs detailed visual inspections, identifies damage or wear, determines whether components require repair or replacement, and ensures equipment operates safely and efficiently after maintenance and testing.
Responsibilities

• Perform thorough visual inspections of EMVs and hydraulic vibratory hammers attached to industrial excavators to assess overall condition and functionality.
• Check for hydraulic leaks and identify the source of any fluid loss or damage.
• Monitor and assess operating temperatures to ensure equipment runs within safe limits.
• Inspect gearbox oil levels and top up or service as needed to maintain proper lubrication.
• Inspect pins and bushings for wear, misalignment, or damage and determine appropriate corrective action.
• Assess isolation mounts for condition, wear, and integrity to ensure vibration control and safety.
• Inspect hydraulic cylinders for leaks and overall performance, recommending repairs or seal replacements as required.
• Check motor mounting bolts for correct torque and secure fastening to prevent mechanical failures.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to excessive vibration or noise, ensuring smooth and safe operation.
• Verify proper operation of the greasing system and address any faults or blockages.
• Replace commonly worn components such as hydraulic hoses, hydraulic motor seals, bearings, gearbox seals, clamp jaw inserts, pins, bushings, rubber isolators, hydraulic cylinder seal kits, wear plates, hydraulic fittings, sensors, and auto-grease components.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, hoses, fittings, and gauges on EMVs and related equipment.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on EMVs, hydraulic vibratory hammers, and related equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on motors, pumps, hoses, fittings, gauges, and other small engine components.
• Proficiency in conducting detailed visual inspections of mechanical and hydraulic parts to identify wear, damage, and potential failures.
• Experience working with heavy equipment, engines, and equipment maintenance in an industrial or construction environment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair issues related to hydraulic leaks, excessive vibration, noise, and component wear.
• Familiarity with replacing hydraulic hoses, seals, bearings, pins, bushings, rubber isolators, wear plates, fittings, sensors, and auto-grease components.
• Capability to operate forklifts and perform basic forklift maintenance.
• Comfort working with tools and equipment commonly used in mechanical and hydraulic repair.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and ability to follow established procedures and guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding experience is a strong plus and supports structural and component repairs.
• Experience with engine repair and maintenance on heavy equipment or industrial machinery.
• Experience working with hydraulic hoses and fittings in field or shop environments.
• Familiarity with using torque tools to verify correct motor mounting bolt torque.
• Experience inspecting and maintaining greasing systems and auto-grease components.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team in an outdoor environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions about repair versus replacement of components.

Why Work Here?
You join a team that values growth, development, and recognition of hard work. The company offers clear opportunities to advance, with many promotions coming from within and employees encouraged to work their way up. You benefit from a supportive, team-oriented culture where appreciation is shown regularly, including company-provided lunches every Friday, reinforcing a sense of camaraderie and work-life balance.
Work Environment
This position follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., providing a consistent daytime work routine. Work takes place primarily outdoors, either under a covering or in open air, and involves hands-on tasks around heavy equipment and hydraulic machinery. The environment requires the use of personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and a safety vest. You work in a practical, field-oriented setting where safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures are essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL 32208.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL 32208.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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