Lead Mechanic

JUNIPER LANDSCAPING•Bradenton, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Juniper is seeking a Lead Mechanic to service and repair trucks in its fleet, including diesel engines, as well as small-engine and 2-cycle equipment used by its landscape operations team. The role involves completing repairs safely, correctly, and efficiently; cleaning repaired items before returning them to crews; and keeping the work area and shared shop areas clean and organized. Other duties may be assigned. The position is based in Bradenton, Florida. It requires working outdoors for long periods, including in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight, and performing repeated bending, stooping, and twisting. The mechanic must use hand tools and power equipment and be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Small-engine repair and maintenance experience.
2-cycle engine repair and maintenance experience.
Possess basic hand tools.
Valid driver's license and ability to clear a Motor Vehicle Report review.
Ability to read and write English.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors for long periods in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight.
Ability to bend, stoop, and twist repeatedly throughout the day.
Ability to use hand tools and power equipment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Light-truck repair and maintenance experience.
State inspection license.
Bilingual Spanish/English ability.

Responsibilities

Repair trucks, trailers, and landscape equipment correctly, safely, and efficiently.
Clean repaired items before returning them for crew use.
Keep the work area and shop common areas clean and organized.
Perform other duties as assigned.