Equipment Mechanic

APTIM • Fort Irwin, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Inspect, service, and repairs motorized power equipment, pressure washers, lawnmower motors, etc. Uses mechanic hand tools and electric test equipment. Follows manufacturers’ diagrams to troubleshoot and repair small engines. Examines small engines during to determine cause of malfunction, excess vibration, overheating, fluid leak, or loose parts. Adjusts, calibrates gas regulators and airflow valves. Replaces worn or defective parts, such as switches, pumps, bearings, belts, gears, blowers, and defective wiring. Reassembles small engines, adjusts belts. Lubricates moving parts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years’ experience in the maintenance and repair of small engine
• Must possess and maintain a valid California State REAL ID Driver’s License.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English. Ability to read, write, and receive written and/or verbal instructions

Nice To Haves

• Certified by Equipment & Engine Training Council preferred.

Responsibilities

• Discuss equipment issues, maintenance plans and work performed with customers.
• Performs routine engine maintenance, such as lubricating parts and replacing spark plugs.
• Test and inspect engines for malfunctioning parts.
• Orders necessary repair parts and repairs engine as required.
• Adjust component according to specifications.
• Reassemble and reinstall components and engines following repairs.
• Participation in functional specific safety training.
• Keeps records of inspections, test results, work performed, and parts used.
• Performs duties in lower related job classifications.

Benefits

• retirement plan (such as a pension, annuity, or 401(k))
• health insurance (e.g., medical, dental, vision)
• paid sick leave
• paid holidays
• paid vacation
• supplemental insurance plans (e.g., life, short-term disability, long-term disability)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED