Small Engine Mechanic Lead

PRIDE Industries • El Segundo, CA

73d • $32

About The Position

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position: AbilityOne. This position is on a federal AbilityOne contract that requires that most of the work hours are performed by employees with disabilities. Due to program requirements, this particular position needs to be filled by a person with a disability.

Requirements

• Three to five years previous experience performing similar work required, or a combination of less experience and formal technical training.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and to respond to questions from vendors, customers and management.
• Mathematical ability including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to train employees in proper practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, assign and coordinate daily staff activities to ensure coverage, rebalancing as necessary for special projects and customer satisfaction.
• Train and assist workers in performing duties, working alongside them on the same tasks.
• Monitor progress of tasks and inspect completed work to ensure quality.
• Investigate discrepancies and report them to management, recommending improvements to resolve issues.
• Know and train workers in the safe and proper use of products and equipment to meet quality and safety standards.
• Repair gasoline and diesel engines used to power lawnmowers, garden tractors, weed whackers, chainsaws, blowers, chippers, edgers, snow removal equipment and similar tools/equipment.
• Use hand tools, locate causes of trouble, dismantle engines, and inspect/examine parts for defects.
• Replace or repair parts, such as rings and bearings.
• Clean and adjust carburetors and magnetos, start repaired engines and listen to sounds to test performance.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of all tools, parts and equipment.
• Obtain quotes for parts, services, and major repairs to ensure cost-effective maintenance solutions.
• Coordinate transportation of equipment to and from repair facilities for all major repairs.
• Create and maintain ongoing reports, detailing schedules of services and maintenance repairs, and submit them as required by the worksite.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees