Small Engine Mechanic

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Diagnose and isolate faults on engines and motors
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Document inspections and tests made on engines and motors
• Estimate repair costs
• Adjust, repair or replace parts using hand tools and equipment
• Test and adjust repaired equipment for proper performance
• Perform scheduled maintenance service on equipment
• Advise customers on work performed and condition of equipment

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Small Equipment Mechanic Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Garden tractors
• Gasoline-powered equipment
• Lawn mowers

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer