Equipment Mechanic

Peterson Tractor Company•San Francisco, CA

3d•$34 - $39

About The Position

The Equipment Mechanic maintains, diagnoses, and repairs light and heavy construction equipment and tools to keep them rental-ready and safe to operate. The role also includes assessing and documenting damage, inspecting equipment and company vehicles for safety and regulatory compliance, handling equipment check-out and check-in, and loading and unloading equipment and attachments. The mechanic coordinates parts needs and orders, follows manufacturer and company service procedures, and keeps the work area safe and clean. The position regularly interacts with customers, employees, and vendors. Responsibilities include demonstrating equipment operation, assisting customers with inquiries, cleaning and moving equipment around the rental yard, and operating a company vehicle. The mechanic is expected to follow safety, operational, and quality-control standards; attend training and meetings; collaborate with colleagues; and take direction from a supervisor or manager. Overtime may be required in accordance with labor laws. The position requires good working knowledge of diesel and gas engines, heavy equipment components, and related tools and techniques. The stated pay range is $34.08–$39.35; starting wage depends on experience and education. 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 and safely, in alignment with Peterson’s core values.
Ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
Ability to work with customers and coworkers using communication, presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
A drug screen and background check are required.

Responsibilities

Maintain, diagnose, and repair light and heavy construction equipment and tools to ensure they are rental-ready and safe to operate.
Assess and document equipment damage, and record hours used, mileage, and fuel levels.
Perform safety and compliance inspections of equipment and company vehicles according to manufacturer, company, ANSI, OSHA, and other applicable standards.
Complete 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.
Demonstrate equipment operation to customers and assist customers with inquiries.
Follow safety policies, procedures, rules, laws, Cresco Operational Procedures, and quality-control standards.
Wash and clean equipment and move equipment around the rental yard.
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 with colleagues and take direction from a supervisor or manager.
Work overtime as needed and within labor-law guidelines.