Small Engine Mechanic

Djfrank•Germantown, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Due to continued growth, David J. Frank Landscape Contracting, Inc., the largest landscaping company in Wisconsin, is looking for a qualified Small Engine Mechanic to join our team at our Corporate Office Germantown location. This position involves the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel engine powered equipment. A Fleet Mechanic performs a variety of skilled and technical tasks in the maintenance and repair for light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment, ranging from minor repairs to overhauls.

Requirements

Associate's Degree (or equivalent) in Diesel or Automotive Repair and Powertrain Servicing, and two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of late model trucks and heavy diesel motorized road equipment or four (4) years of recent work experience.
Must be dependable, trustworthy and capable of doing physically demanding work in extreme weather conditions.
Must be 18 yrs. of age.
A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience.
Must have reliable transportation (valid driver’s license preferred).

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification in refrigeration a plus.
DOT certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects all necessary information for repair.
Performs diagnostics and repairs in a timely manner to defective and damaged components in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, electronic, hydraulic, heating, cooling, gasoline, and diesel fuel systems.
Performs effective repairs to these systems by repairing, adjusting, rebuilding, or replacing any and/or all related components through a thorough working knowledge of the proper use and application of technical diagnostic equipment, specialized tools, welding, cutting, and hand tools.
Tests equipment for adequacy of repairs.
Perform PM inspections, equipment and vehicle repairs on automobiles, pick-up trucks, backhoes, wheel loaders, trenchers, directional boring machine, aerial bucket trucks, stump grinders, brush chippers, skid steers, horizontal drill truck, trailer mounted engine driven air compressors, diesel 2 and 4-cycle lawn mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, chain saws, rototillers, edgers, sprayers, small diesel tractors, diesel utility tractors, concrete grinders, generators, trailer mounted trash pumps, snow blowers, salt spreaders, and snow plows.
Repair electrical DC 12 and 24 volt lights.
Create electrical wiring and circuits to update or modify equipment.
Repair closed loop electrical systems in gas and diesel engine control computers and transmissions.
Repair vehicle heating, ventilation, air conditioning, thermostats, fan motors, switches, vent cables, and controls.
Repair vehicle air conditioning components, compressors, condensers, evaporators, pressure switches, hoses, and recharge A/C system.
Perform preventative maintenance of vehicles; replace air filters, fuel filters, transmission fluid and filters, engine oil and filters, lubricate chassis and cab.
Repair brake components, steering and suspension, electrical systems, cab H/VAC filters, lighting, including headlights, taillights, and brake lights.
Hydraulic System Repair; hydraulic pumps and drive systems, hydraulic motors cylinders, pressure relief devices, system controls, switches, hoses, and valve bodies.
Snow plow system repairs; snow plow brackets, hitches, electric controls and cable controls.
Salt spreader and pre-wet systems, salt spreader augers, hydraulic motors, electric controls, and bearings.