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Equipment Mechanic

Peterson Tractor Company•Danville, CA
•$34 - $39
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About The Position

The Equipment Mechanic maintains, diagnoses, and repairs a variety of light and heavy construction equipment and tools to ensure they are rental-ready and safe to operate. The role includes assessing equipment damage, recording usage and fuel information, performing safety and compliance inspections, and handling equipment check-out and check-in. The mechanic also loads and unloads equipment and attachments, coordinates parts needs, follows manufacturer and company service procedures, and keeps the work area safe and clean. The position regularly operates a company vehicle, demonstrates equipment operation to customers, assists with cleaning and moving equipment around the rental yard, and responds to customer inquiries. The mechanic works with employees across the company as well as customers, visitors, and vendors, and is expected to communicate effectively, cooperate with the team, take direction from a supervisor or manager, and attend scheduled training and safety meetings. Overtime may be required within labor law guidelines. A drug screen and background check are required.

Requirements

  • Good working knowledge of diesel and gas engines, heavy equipment components, and related tools and techniques.
  • Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, safely, and in alignment with Peterson’s core values.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers and coworkers in person, in writing, by telephone, or electronically.
  • A drug screen and background check are required.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, diagnose, and repair light and heavy construction equipment and tools, ensuring equipment is rental-ready and safe to operate.
  • Assess equipment damage, complete damage reports, and record hours used, mileage, and fuel levels.
  • Inspect equipment and company vehicles for safety and compliance with manufacturer, company, ANSI, OSHA, and other applicable standards.
  • Perform timely equipment check-out and check-in.
  • Load and unload equipment and attachments.
  • Coordinate parts needs, place parts orders, and help maintain parts inventory.
  • Follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines and procedures.
  • Keep the work area clean and safe.
  • Demonstrate equipment operation to customers.
  • Follow safety policies, procedures, rules, laws, Cresco Operational Procedures, and quality control standards.
  • Greet internal and external customers and assist with inquiries.
  • Help wash and clean equipment and move equipment around the rental yard.
  • Operate a company vehicle regularly to perform essential job functions.
  • Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
  • Attend scheduled training classes, department meetings, and safety meetings.
  • Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with customers and coworkers, including remaining calm and courteous under pressure.
  • Take direction respectfully from a supervisor or manager.
  • Work overtime as needed and within labor law guidelines.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Generous benefits
  • Promotional opportunities
  • Total compensation package in addition to base salary

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