Small Engine Field Mechanic - Cleaning Industry

United Services Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility maintenance company is seeking a Small Engine Field Mechanic to perform equipment repairs and preventative maintenance in a dynamic, on-call environment. The ideal candidate will have technical certification and experience, with the ability to work flexible shifts. Join a supportive team that values safety and efficiency, while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental and Vision Coverage

Pension Plan after 1 Year

Qualifications

• Completion of technical trades certification preferred.
• 3-5 years technical experience in small equipment repairs necessary.
• Valid Driver's License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all equipment repairs and implement preventative maintenance.
• Respond to service repair calls within assigned service territory.
• Train subcontractors on best practices for equipment maintenance.

Skills

Small Engine Repair

Planning

Organizing

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Technical Trades Certification

3-5 Years Technical Experience

Job description

Small Engine Field Mechanic - Cleaning Industry

Job Description

Posted Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM

About Us

We are an established Canadian facility, maintenance company. We provide a variety ofservices to large retail and commercial businesses nationally.

We have a competitive compensation & benefits plan including health, dental andvision, and a pension plan after 1 year.

Job Summary

Carry out all equipment repairs and implement efficient preventative maintenance to all machines required by the Corporation to ensure excellent quality and customer satisfaction in a 24/7 on call environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement in the field dispatched Work Orders assigned daily and Preventative Maintenance schedules monthly within assigned service territory.
• Responsibilities include to be On-Call, including scheduled rotations in weekends to support the departmental objectives.
• Attend service repair calls as scheduled by Dispatch both within assigned service territory and sometimes in other territories as required.
• This work will include but not limited to administering service appointments, uploading supporting documentation, media and/or reports and ensuring active work orders more 72 hours old are completed.
• Coordinate and plan own route to service accounts.
• Responsible for inventory of equipment parts in assigned vehicle.
• Inventory reconciliations and/or audits as assigned by Warehouse / Logistics Manager.
• Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity.
• Train Subcontractors and/or Area Managers on best practices to maintain the equipment in good working condition.
• Ensure that standards for safe working conditions are always observed.
• Prepare reports as required by Manager of Mechanical Services.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform all daily functions in alignment with company mission, vision, and values
• Work in compliance with Health & Safety policies and legislation, and take every reasonable precaution to protect the health and safety of all employees and business partners.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and labor laws.
• Actively participate in and contribute during meetings, sessions, or company projects.
• Protect company assets from damage and misuse.
• Perform other related duties as may be required from time to time.

Job Requirements and Expectations

• Be available to address Customer or Subcontractor needs and concerns in a timely manner.
• Be willing to travel frequently within your designated territory or outside the province (as may be required from time to time).
• Ability to deal with a high level of stress and promptly solve problems as they arise.
• Ability to work flexible shifts on a rotational basis.

Skills

• Small Engine Repair technical skills.
• Preferred knowledge of the cleaning industry.
• Ability to use Customer relationship Platforms to complete Administration of Work Orders, managing Schedules etc.
• Effective planning, organizing, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education/Experience

• Completion of technical trades certification, or 3-5 years technical experience on small equipment repairs necessary.
• Computer knowledge.
• Valid Drivers’ License preferred based on inhouse technician versus external technician.