Engine Mechanic

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• Location 74 Washington Ave N,Battle Creek, MI, ,United States
• Base Pay $30.17 - $35.31 / Hour
• Job Category Contracts
• Industry Mechanic, Small Engine Mechanic, Grounds Maintenance
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Manage Others Yes

Description

These positions are procured through the Ability One Set Aside Program for individuals with significant disabilities. We offer training, job coaching and employment supports to all employees. The Eligibility Questionnaire is voluntary, however, candidates with disabilities will be given preference in the hiring process.

Under limited supervision, the Small Engine Mechanic will perform the required daily equipment maintenance and repairs assigned by the Operations Manager. This will be carried out to its completion using the proper tools, equipment, and safety guidelines.

• Perform general maintenance and repairs per GSA contract guidelines as directed by the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform and supervise grounds maintenance staff per GSA contract direction and specifications.
• Monitor company cell phone 24/7, 365 and promptly respond to calls, emails and text messages from Grounds Supervisor, Vice President or GSA.
• Operate safely and effectively: bobcat, tractors, gators, lawn mowers, weed eaters, push mowers, edger, blowers, tillers, aerators, hand tools (i.e., rakes, shovels).
• Perform vehicle and equipment maintenance, repair as required and practical.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined by Navigations, Inc., including all related to safety.
• Immediately notify the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor of any concerns regarding safety or damage to equipment.
• Report to the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor as requested or required.

• Perform other related duties and assignments as required or directed by the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.

• Use all tools and equipment provided in a safe and effective manner.
• Report for assignments on time and follow scheduled shifts as assigned by Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
• Support the Grounds Maintenance Supervisors as requested by the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform grounds maintenance tasks and special projects as directed by the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.

• Must be able to obtain/maintain Homeland Security Clearance.
• Mechanical experience with small engine repair, general maintenance, and overall mechanical knowledge required.
• Experience in the grounds maintenance industry helpful.
• Ability to work independently on grounds maintenance tasks as scheduled and assigned.
• Dependable transportation and adequate insurance for such. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to Goodwill’s liability insurance provider.

• Outdoors, All Weather Conditions (Hot, Cold, Rain, Snow).
• Use of all equipment listed in job functions above.
• May need to work some early, late, and weekend hours during snow removal operations or additional service projects.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs, twisting, bending, reaching, standing, extended walking.
• Exposure to chemicals normally used in the performance of duties related to all aspects of ground maintenance.

Navigations, Incorporated was formed in 1991 to work with the Ability One program partnering with Source America to assist non-profit organizations, such as Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan’s Heartland, Inc. This allows us to obtain federal contracts designed to provide employment opportunities and job training for individuals with disabilities with the ultimate goal of placing them in competitive employment. Navigations contracts with General Services Administration to provide janitorial, grounds keeping and snow removal services at the Hart, Dole, Inouye Federal Center.

Navigations also has a housekeeping set-aside contract with the State of Michigan for work at the Fort Custer Educational Center located on the Fort Custer military base, which provides a training program for individuals with disabilities similar to our federal contract.