Small Engine Mechanic

Founded in 1963, Everglades Equipment Group is a family owned and operated full-service John Deere dealership with 19 locations covering central and south Florida. Everglades Equipment Group serves a wide range of customers from some of the largest agricultural producers of sugar, citrus and vegetables to individual farmers, golf courses, nurseries, commercial landscape management companies, and construction businesses, as well as large and small property owners.

We have become one of the largest John Deere dealers in the world by prioritizing customer service and satisfaction above all else.

the small engine technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of a variety of equipment with a focus on 2-stroke and Stihl equipment. Candidate will be required to demonstrate a variety of skills from basic mechanical to complex technical diagnostics of modern computerized systems. Must be able to provide own basic tool kit. Must be able to navigate product support software, computer programs for work order maintenance and write reports for customers invoicing. Will be required to exercise good customer relations and handle customer complaints as well as maintain working relationship with fellow employees. Must always follow safety practices.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance on small engine equipment (Stihl equipment, Honda equipment, pressure washers, push mowers, riding lawn mowers, UTVs, compact tractors, etc.)
• Blade sharpening or replacement, change oil, filters, spindles, belts, etc.
• Knowledge of parts related to small engines (air filter, spark plugs, Belts, etc.)
• Ability to work with or without power tools.

Job Qualifications:

• Mechanical knowledge, preferably 2 Stroke or Stihl equipment. 
• Strong communication skills, great sense of humor preferred  
• Basic Data Entry and write reports
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, extreme environmental conditions and meet deadlines
• Team builder
• Self-motivated, over achiever 

OFFERING A $1,500 BONUS FOR STIHL GOLD CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS AND ABOVE AFTER 90 DAYS OF SERVICE WITH EVERGLADES EQUIPMENT GROUP!!!!

•   •        BENEFITS:

  •         Free Life Insurance Policy

  •        401(K) Matching

  •         Pet Insurance

  •         Paid Time Off 

  •         Paid Holidays / Floating Holidays

  •         Dental Insurance

  •        Health Insurance

  •         Vision Insurance 

  •        Free ST Disability / LTD