Equipment Mechanic

The Cutting Edge Landscaping

Sparta, NJ

Full-time

2 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:

Life insurance
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Fleet & Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair our diverse fleet of landscaping equipment, including small engine tools, heavy machinery, and company trucks.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver capable of managing a comprehensive preventive maintenance program and responding to in-field repair needs to ensure operational efficiency and safety. This role requires a strong understanding of gasoline engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and general automotive repair, and ability to perform welding jobs.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose and Repair: Inspect, test, and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues in a wide variety of equipment, including commercial mowers (zero-turn, push), trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, skid steers, mini-excavators, dump trucks, and pickup trucks.
Preventive Maintenance: Establish and manage a scheduled preventive maintenance program for all vehicles and equipment, performing routine services such as oil changes, lubrication, fluid checks, and filter replacements.
Documentation & Inventory: Maintain detailed digital or physical records of all repairs performed, time spent, and parts used. Order necessary parts and supplies to maintain an organized inventory.

Qualifications & Skills:

Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience preferred as a mechanic, specifically with experience in both small engine repair and heavy equipment/ truck mechanics.
Technical Knowledge: Proficient knowledge of gas and diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and equipment operation.
Certifications: Relevant certifications, such as Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications, are highly preferred.
Problem-Solving: Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving abilities to identify root causes of malfunctions efficiently.
Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds frequently and perform manual labor in various weather conditions.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with management, order parts from vendors, and document work.
Field Support: Respond to emergency repair needs in the field to minimize equipment downtime.
Licenses: A valid NJ Driver's License and a clean driving record are required.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Sparta, NJ
Job Type	Full-time

Skills

ASEunmatched
Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
Blowersunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Diesel Engineunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Dump Truck/Tipperunmatched
Electrical Componentsunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Emergency Responseunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Excavatorunmatched
Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Landscapingunmatched
Life Insuranceunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Machine Toolunmatched
Material Movingunmatched
Mechanical Testingunmatched
On Site Supportunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Root Cause Analysisunmatched
Schedule Developmentunmatched
Skid Steer Loaderunmatched
System Operationsunmatched
Testingunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Weldingunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched

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