Landscape Equipment Mechanic

Pepperdine University•Malibu, CA

24d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager and Supervisors of Landscape and Irrigation Services in the Department of Facilities Services (DFS), maintain, diagnose, and repair outdoor power equipment, including commercial mowers, landscape equipment, two and four-cycle engines, hydraulic systems, electrical troubleshooting, and repair. Maintain detailed records, logs, and spreadsheets for equipment inventory, maintenance schedules, and repair history. Collaborate with team members to implement and adhere to a preventive maintenance program, ensuring all equipment remains in safe, reliable, and optimal working condition. Perform all aspects of University equipment use, maintenance, and repair for the Landscape and Irrigation Services division to ensure a safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing University environment. Collaborate with DFS and other University departments to complete assignments in a high-quality and timely manner.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Two years of experience in repairing and maintaining equipment.
Must consistently project a professional demeanor and positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and as a team.
Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds, and lift up to 50 pounds and carry the object 100 feet.
Must hold a valid California Driver's license, maintain an acceptable DMV driving record, and remain insurable by University insurance carrier at all times while employed.
Must be able to bring a current DMV driving record printout on the first day of employment.
Willingness and ability to periodically work overtime hours and work rotating weekend shifts.
Ability to maintain effective teamwork, high work standards, and good employee morale.
The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
Basic computer skills and competency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Proficiency and practical background in operating a system for managing work orders.

Nice To Haves

Some college/technical school experience.
Completion of an approved apprentice program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Build, assemble, and maintain machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
Inspect machines, engines, transmissions, and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues.
Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability.
Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner. This includes battery-powered small motor equipment maintenance, care, battery care, and inventory management.
Inspect and service a wide range of light and heavy-duty landscape equipment as necessary to maintain proper operating and safety standards.
Place orders for parts using the parts manual for each unit.
Responsible for the creation, organization, and maintenance of accurate maintenance records.
Maintain service requests and preventive maintenance administrative records in the computerized maintenance software (WebTMA).
Participate in various work activities associated with job assignment, including gardening and manual labor tasks such as planting, fertilizing, weeding, trenching, and other tasks.
Safely and effectively operate smaller powered equipment, including, but not limited to, power mowers, edgers, weed eaters, chainsaws, and roto-tillers.
Safely and effectively operate heavy equipment, including forklift, tractor, backhoe, mower, and other landscape machinery in the event of an emergency or in support of operations.
Ensure that all activities are performed in a safe manner and are in compliance with University and regulatory standards, procedures, codes, laws, and regulations.
Immediately report any unsafe conditions observed or encountered while completing assigned work to your supervisor or other appropriate individual(s).
Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components.
Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery.
Lead the vehicle inspection process for the fleet to ensure accurate analysis of needs.
Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users.
Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, painting, or using the boom sprayer).
Emergency Support by overseeing fleet components, supplies, and backup fuel supply, including refueling of generators.
Able to change rotary blades and reel cutting units, as well as backlapping reels and adjusting the quality and height of cut.
Uphold University mission through work performed.