Mechanic - Part-Time

Freeman•Orlando, FL

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Mechanic maintains diesel equipment operation by conducting inspections and preventive maintenance, correcting vehicle deficiencies, making adjustments and alignments, and keeping service records. The role supports the Event & Exhibit Services team and requires professional interaction with customers, team members, and third-party vendors and partners to provide a high level of customer service. The position is based in Orlando, Florida, and follows an in-person schedule at the office and/or show sites. The mechanic diagnoses and repairs equipment, including electric, propane, and gas forklifts, and maintains hydraulic systems. Duties also include shop-equipment upkeep, inventory and ordering supplies, controlling costs through warranty and service options, and keeping current with technical and regulatory information. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to use small hand tools to repair equipment.
Basic understanding of how machines work and how parts interact to diagnose, maintain, and repair equipment.
Ability to diagnose and repair electric, propane, and gas forklifts.
Working knowledge of hydraulic systems and their repair.

Responsibilities

Inspect vehicles and conduct diagnostic tests to identify worn or damaged parts.
Complete preventive maintenance, install component and part upgrades, control corrosion, and perform winterization procedures.
Remove, repair, adjust, overhaul, assemble, disassemble, and replace vehicle assemblies, components, parts, and systems, including power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, and hydraulic systems.
Perform machine shop operations and make adjustments and alignments to mechanical systems and components.
Verify vehicle performance through test drives and adjustments to controls and systems.
Test engines and safety and combustion-control standards to comply with federal and state vehicle requirements.
Clean, wash, and paint vehicles to maintain their appearance.
Maintain vehicle service and repair records.
Maintain shop equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and arranging repairs.
Control costs by using warranties and evaluating service and parts options.
Inventory shop supplies, place orders, and verify receipt of supplies.
Participate in educational opportunities and read technical and regulatory publications to update job knowledge.
Interact professionally with customers, team members, and third-party vendors and partners.
Accept ownership of assigned work, respond to new requests, and identify opportunities to add value.
Perform other duties as assigned.