Engine Repair Technician

Small Engine Repair Technician

The job of Small Engine Repair Technician is done for the purpose of maintaining a wide variety of grounds equipment and other equipment powered by small gasoline, diesel engines; identifying repair and/or replacement needs; providing necessary information on the proper uses of the equipment; and assisting other skilled trades as required.

• Cleans, sharpens and lubricates a variety of motorized equipment (e.g. reel mowers, blades, hedge trimmer, edgers, trimmers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring units are operating safely and correctly.

• Diagnoses and repairs problems and/or failures in a wide variety of equipment (e.g. mowers, edgers, pumps, compressors, hydraulic rams, sprayers, generators, switches, lights, etc.) for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and replacement needs.

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of required tools and equipment.

• Maintains tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.

• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with health and safety regulations.

• Assists other trades personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

• Coordinates with administration and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.

• Prepares documentation (e.g. time and materials, job specifications, estimates materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support in compliance with regulations and/or conveying information.

• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items to complete the necessary installation/repair.

• Transports various items as needed and/or assigned (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.