Equipment Mechanic

Peterson Tractor Company•Oroville, CA

20h•$30 - $34

About The Position

The Equipment Mechanic maintains, diagnoses, and repairs a variety of light and heavy construction equipment and tools to ensure they are rental-ready and safe to operate. The role includes equipment inspections and check-in/check-out, damage assessments, recordkeeping, coordinating parts needs, and following manufacturer, company, safety, and regulatory procedures. The mechanic may demonstrate equipment operation to customers, assist with cleaning and moving equipment around the rental yard, and operate a company vehicle as part of the job. The position requires sound judgment, effective communication with employees, customers, and vendors, and the ability to work cooperatively while following supervisor direction. Overtime may be needed within labor law guidelines. A drug screen and background check are required.

Requirements

Good working knowledge of diesel and gas engines, heavy equipment components, and related tools and techniques.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely, and in alignment with Peterson’s core values.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees and customers in person, in writing, by telephone, or electronically.
Ability to exercise general discretion and judgment in carrying out job duties.
A drug screen and background check are required.

Responsibilities

Maintain, diagnose, and repair light and heavy construction equipment and tools, ensuring they are rental-ready and safe to operate.
Assess equipment damage, complete damage reports, and record hours used, mileage, and fuel levels.
Conduct safety and compliance inspections of equipment and company vehicles according to 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 help maintain 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.
Help wash and clean equipment and move 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.
Respectfully take direction from a supervisor or manager.