Mechanic

Landscape Equipment Technician

This non-exempt job classification is responsible for troubleshooting, performing, and evaluating all service and repair activities of landscape equipment, related tools, and street-legal vehicles in a safe, timely, and cost-efficient manner; perform related work as required.

The examples of functions listed in this job description are representative, but not necessarily exhaustive, of any one position in this job classification. Management may assign other functions not listed herein at its sole discretion.

· Works under the direction of the Shop Supervisor;

· repairs, replaces, and/or performs preventative maintenance on engines, equipment and tools;

· conducts 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;

· maintains equipment, parts and supply inventory;

· anticipates needed equipment, parts and supplies and makes recommendations for replacement as part of the annual budget process;

· maintains the shop, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion;

· attends seminars and continuing education programs on an as-needed basis;

· demonstrates efficient improvement of light-duty landscape equipment (e.g., mowers, weed-eaters, hedge trimmers), heavy-duty landscape equipment (e.g., trenchers, skid steers, chain saws), and related tools (e.g., pruners, saws, loppers);

· relies on manufacturer diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and specifications to guide proper troubleshooting, repair, or replacement;

· uses hand tools, power tools, and precision-measuring and testing instruments;

· observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble;

· dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts;

· tests mechanical devices to assess their performance;

· lubricates and cleans parts;

· maintains efficiency of Lockout/Tagout Program;

· assists with snow and trash removal as assigned;

· complies with all policies, procedures, and performance goals;

· ensures that all safety laws, policies, and practices are met;

· identifies system components, determines component failure, and isolates components in a system;

· reads and understands complex mechanical schematics;

· removes, replaces, and/or repairs system components as needed;

· repairs/rebuilds 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, and component swap;

· diagnoses pneumatic brake systems and regulators on CDL vehicles;

· completes all DOT required inspection, and repairs, fills out reports and updates file upon completion;

· repairs, replaces, and/or performs preventative maintenance on engines, equipment, and tools;

· lists all concerns on a work order to ensure concerns are noted and addressed.

· determines course of action required for repair/service and establishes a timeline needed to complete;

· reviews equipment repair after unit has been completed, and reviews the work that was performed as well as the parts that were used and hours logged;

· ensures all work meets company quality standards;

· maintains service logs and records of preventative maintenance for all tools, equipment, and vehicles;

· attends weekly safety meetings;

· demonstrates professional understanding of hazardous substances, PPE, and OSHA compliance;

· provides excellent service (e.g., accurate, complete, and timely) to vendors, work-site partners, and company staff in a courteous and efficient manner.

· Safety : Ensures compliance with all aspects of the company's safety program; role models safety principles at all times; understands the contribution safety makes to employees, team morale, and gross margin.

· Results Oriented : Maintains focus on outcomes; is proactive and goal oriented; concentrates on meeting objectives, delivering to the required time, cost, and quality; holds performance as more important than process; sets specific, measurable goals, and takes efficient action to accomplish success.

· Mechanical Operations : Accurately diagnoses and repairs landscape and construction equipment, tools, and vehicles; keeps preventative maintenance schedules; tracks documentation, warranties, and agreements.

· Hazard Communication : Follows all chemical procedures, SDS information, and label instructions; complies with emergency reporting procedures; can define and identify hazardous substances.

· Job Quality : Understands the relationship between job quality, mechanical availability, and employee productivity; ensures all work repairs and maintenance procedures conform to acceptable professional standards; completes tasks the right way, the first time, minimizing rework.

· Customer Service : Consistently exceeds customer expectations; keeps customers well-informed, listens to them attentively, and addresses their concerns; enacts a personal approach to customer service.

· Interpersonal Skills : Treats others with respect, collaboration, and support in such a way that work relationships are improved and morale is increased; is approachable; has effective communication skills.

Requirements

An example of the preferred education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and competencies for this position includes: two (2) years of experience performing mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of landscape equipment, tools, and vehicles demonstrating the qualifications identified above.

Essential Physical Characteristics

The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions required by this job classification. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the functions of this job classification, on a case-by-case basis.

Frequent: standing, bending and stooping, twisting of waist side-to-side, turning and flexion of the neck, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus and vision to normal range.

Special Notes, Licenses and Certifications

Pre-employment : Incumbents must sign the Confidentiality, Non-disclosure, and Non-solicitation Agreement prior to their first day on the job.

License : A valid class C driver's license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this job classification, is required at the time of appointment.

Certifications : No certifications are required of this position.

Language : Though not required, basic bilingual English and Spanish skills are desired of this classification.

Working Conditions : Work is predominately in an in-door industrial environment exposed to varying temperatures, weather conditions, and noise levels; exposure to dust, pesticides, herbicides, grease, oils, fuels, dust, fumes, and electrical currents.

Background Investigation : Incumbents must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates may be subject to a background investigation and/or drug test.

Introductory Period : Incumbents appointed to this job classification serve an introductory period of three months.

Key Performance Indicators

The Key Performance Indicators for this position will be specified at the time of appointment.