We are looking for a small engine mechanic who has experience working with a range of landscaping equipment and brands. He or she will perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on equipment such as mowers, leaf blowers, chain saws, string trimmers, rototillers, and more, while working in our state-of-the-art facility in Fuquay Varina. We need someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, solving problems, and prioritizing needs to make sure our team has what they need when they need it.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Performing preventative maintenance, such as checking oil and fluid levels and replacing wearable parts, on all equipment and mowers
- Diagnosing problems, ordering parts, and making repairs on all small engine equipment and possibly trailers
- Keeping detailed, accurate records on all equipment including repairs made, parts ordered, and parts used
- Coordinating repair schedule with managers to minimize impact on production
- Advising management when major repairs or replacement is necessary
- Keeping shop and yard neat and organized
- Assisting with delivery or pick-up of vehicles and equipment as needed
Necessary skills and qualifications:
- Valid NC driver’s license
- 2 years of experience in small engine repair or similar field
- Good English communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to read and interpret operating manuals and service specifications for all equipment
- Ability to complete all repairs to high standards of safety and quality
- Ability to safely operate company trucks and equipment
- Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair is a plus
- Welding or fabrication experience is a plus
We offer:
- $16-20 per hour, with a typical average of 45 hours a week
- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance after 90 days
- Paid vacation and holidays after 90 days
- Retirement program with 3% match after 1 year
- Company events and training opportunities
- Onsite gym and kitchen facilities
About our company:
Here at Myatt Landscaping and Construction, we are dedicated to being the best landscape company possible. Period. We specialize in the highest-quality residential and commercial landscaping and grounds management services, and we seek to foster lasting relationships with our clients AND our employees. We want our company to be a safe, highly professional, yet fun place to work, where every employee has the opportunity to further their training, and follow a clear career path to achieve their goals. About half of all the managers at Myatt started out as entry-level crew members, and many have been working here 15 years or more. You could have a life-long career with Myatt too!