Service Mechanic, specializing in small engine

  • Tacoma, Washington
  • Full Time
Puget Sound Large Commercial Landscape Company

Please do not apply if you do not have Experience

POSITION SUMMARY

1. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The Mechanic report directly to the Operations Manager and is responsible for inspecting, servicing, troubleshooting and repairing all equipment assigned to him/her. In-depth knowledge of all machinery operations is required. In performing these responsibilities, associates are to work safely, efficiently, and cooperatively in a manner that demonstrates team member involvement.

2. Mechanic must follow a systematic process for accomplishing preventive, scheduled and emergency equipment maintenance. Mechanics must be knowledgeable of industrial electricity (all phases and voltages), mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic operations, troubleshooting techniques, blueprint, schematic analysis and proper use of tools and diagnostic equipment.

3. Mechanic must demonstrate proper documentation and housekeeping practices to ensure quality maintenance is being performed and communicated. Mechanics have the responsibility for identifying equipment deficiencies which affect quality control, wear and tear and excess costs. Must keep daily log and record keeping for all vehicles and Equipment.
Organized and Time Management is a must

KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work in a professional manner with other personnel as needed to keep all equipment in top working order resulting in only quality product being released to the employee
2. Troubleshoot, remove, and replace different types of electronic, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and optic systems.
3. Pre-inspect parts or equipment to be repaired to determine what parts, supplies, forms, tools, tool repair and shop equipment are required; and communicate with Operations & Maintenance Manager.
4. Read programmable controller information to diagnose complex problems.
5. Diagnose and repair AC and DC motor controls.
6. Replace belts, pulleys, cables, chains, bearings, gears, and related equipment.
7. Communicate with other personnel when to review deficiencies and recommendations with solutions to the problem.
8. Accurately log all work performed.
9. Maintain work areas in a clean orderly manner.
10. Operate a Forklift, Loader and Excavator safely and efficiently.
11. Be thoroughly familiar with electrical safety, hazard communication program, personal protective equipment and other safety programs and apply these procedures when working on equipment.
12. Service work trucks with oil changes, vehicle inspections and maintenance.
13. Other duties and/or jobs as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: WA State Drivers License (CDL a plus), High School Diploma or GED certifications & 5 years experience, Ability to lift 50 pounds or more repeatedly. Prior experience with injection and blow mold machines in a maintenance capacity. Basic math skills with an understanding of the decimal system. Ability to work overtime and be on call to handle emergency situations. Understanding of pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic functions
Bonuses: An out of the box thinker, proactive in problem solving

Full Time Monday through Friday, occasionally a weekend
Compensation $24-28hr DOE + Benefits
Drug-free environment. Will be drug tested.

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8912 Waller Rd E.
Tacoma, WA 98446

Job ID: 480194657
Originally Posted on: 6/6/2025

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