Equipment Mechanic

Peterson Tractor Company•South San Francisco, CA

1d•$34 - $39

About The Position

The Equipment Mechanic maintains, diagnoses, and repairs a variety of light and heavy construction equipment and tools so they are rental-ready and safe to operate. The role includes equipment damage assessments, safety and compliance inspections, checkout and check-in, loading and unloading equipment, coordinating parts needs, demonstrating equipment to customers, and keeping the work area and equipment clean. The mechanic follows manufacturer and company service procedures, safety policies, regulations, and quality-control standards, and regularly operates a company vehicle. The position requires sound judgment, customer service, communication, teamwork, and regular, predictable attendance. Overtime may be needed within labor-law guidelines. Cresco Equipment Rentals and Peterson offer competitive wages, benefits, and promotional opportunities.

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.
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 and report equipment damage and record hours used, mileage, and fuel levels.
Inspect equipment and company vehicles for safety and regulatory compliance.
Perform timely equipment check-out and check-in.
Load and unload equipment and attachments.
Coordinate parts needs, place 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.
Follow safety policies, procedures, rules, laws, Cresco Operational Procedures, and quality-control standards.
Greet internal and external customers and assist with inquiries.
Wash and clean equipment and move it 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 with the team and communicate effectively and courteously with customers and coworkers, including under pressure.
Take direction respectfully from a supervisor or manager.