Equipment Mechanic

Peterson Tractor Company•Richmond, CA

21h•$34 - $39

About The Position

The Equipment Mechanic maintains, diagnoses, and repairs light and heavy construction equipment and tools to ensure they are ready to rent and safe to operate. The role includes inspecting and documenting equipment condition, handling equipment check-out and check-in, coordinating parts, and demonstrating equipment operation to customers. The mechanic also supports the rental yard by loading and unloading equipment, cleaning equipment, and moving it as needed. The position requires sound judgment, safe work practices, customer service, teamwork, and regular operation of a company vehicle.

Requirements

Good working knowledge of diesel and gas engines, heavy equipment components, and the use of related tools and techniques.
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, safely, and in alignment with Peterson’s core values.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and coworkers, including under pressure.
Ability to operate a company vehicle regularly.
Ability to work overtime as needed, within labor law guidelines.
A drug screen and background check are required.

Responsibilities

Maintain, diagnose, and repair a variety of light and heavy construction equipment and tools to ensure they are rental-ready and safe to operate.
Assess equipment damage, complete damage reports, and record equipment hours, mileage, and fuel levels.
Perform equipment and company vehicle safety and compliance inspections in accordance with manufacturer, company, ANSI, OSHA, and other applicable standards.
Perform timely equipment check-out and check-in.
Load and unload equipment and attachments.
Coordinate parts needs, complete parts orders, and assist with maintaining parts inventory.
Follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines and procedures.
Keep the work area clean and safe throughout the day.
Demonstrate equipment operation to customers.
Follow safety policies, procedures, rules, laws, Cresco Operational Procedures, and quality control standards.
Greet internal and external customers and assist with inquiries.
Assist with washing and cleaning equipment and moving equipment around the rental yard.
Work overtime as needed and within labor law guidelines.
Operate a company vehicle regularly to perform essential job functions.
Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
Attend scheduled training classes, department meetings, and safety meetings.
Work collaboratively in a team environment.
Communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure when working with customers and coworkers.
Take direction respectfully from a supervisor or manager.