Small Engine Mechanic

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Help Diagnoses malfunctions of outboard motors, snow machines, travel trailers, A TVs, motor vehicles and other equipment to determine the source of trouble and to determine the extent of repairs required, including electrical systems, geared units, and components. According to manufacturers' manuals, tears down, adjusts, repairs, reassembles, and runs operational checks on equipment. Times and adjusts engines to operating tolerances, using specialized testing equipment, such as compression testers, analyzers, test benches, and specialized measuring instruments.

May be required to work weekends, holidays, and or shifts. Instructs patrons in all phases of safety regulations concerning use of boats, motors and other issued equipment. May collect fees for rental of equipment and prepare daily cash reports and deposit funds. Determines supplies and parts needed for repair of equipment items. Must maintain maintenance records on all equipment repaired, annotating labor hours, materials, and date of repair.

Based on these records, determines bench stock required and maintenance schedules. Adheres to all required AF fire/safety policies, OSHA and HAZMA T/HAZCOM requirements and maintains all required documentation. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Ability to test and troubleshoot components and systems equipment defects for outboard engines boat motors, snow machines, A TVs and travel trailers and motor vehicles. Ability to interpret and apply manufacturers' repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, diagnostic codes, and safety manuals. Ability to operate electronic test equipment.

Requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, crawling under vehicles, and working in tight spaces. Frequently lifts, handles, and carriers parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally, moves moderately heavy items with assistance or with mechanical devices, including objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds.

Work is performed inside and outside and is usually dirty and greasy. Gasoline and exhaust fumes may be present. Exposed to grease, noise, cuts, bruises, and falling or slipping on wet surfaces. Requires caution in working with moving parts during operation of equipment.