Small Engine Technician / Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanic

Perform Recruitment; Ratoath; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time role

Competitive salary

Stable job with no weekends

Work with premium equipment brands

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Perform Recruitment is seeking a Small Engine Technician to join their busy workshop in Ratoath. This full-time, permanent role involves diagnosing, servicing, and repairing a range of outdoor power equipment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with small engines and a solid understanding of 2-stroke and 4-stroke mechanics.

You will work Monday to Friday, enjoying a stable position with a family-run business that values your technical expertise and craftsmanship. A competitive salary will be offered based on your experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with small engines is essential.
• Understanding of engine mechanics is crucial.
• Ability to diagnose faults efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair outdoor power equipment.
• Carry out engine overhauls and tune-ups.
• Ensure all equipment meets high standards.

Skills

Hands-on experience with small engines or outdoor power equipment

Solid understanding of 2-stroke and 4-stroke engine mechanics

Ability to diagnose faults independently

Familiarity with brands such as Husqvarna or Stihl

Good attention to detail

Reliable and punctual

Job description

Small Engine Technician / Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanic

Full Time | Permanent
Monday to Friday | Morning Shifts

Location: Ratoath, Co. Meath
Salary: Competitive package, based on experience

About the Company

Our client is a well‑established, family‑run business with over 40 years in the outdoor power equipment industry, based in Ratoath, Co. Meath. As official agents for leading brands including Husqvarna, Stihl, Echo and Cub Cadet, they have built a strong reputation for quality servicing and customer care.

This isn't a generic workshop role. You'll be working hands‑on with premium garden machinery every day, in a business that genuinely values technical expertise and takes pride in every repair that leaves the workshop.

The Role

We're looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Small Engine Technician to join a busy, specialist workshop team in Ratoath.

Day to day, you'll diagnose, service, and repair a wide range of outdoor power equipment — from petrol lawnmowers and ride‑ons to chainsaws, brushcutters, hedge trimmers and more. If you know your way around a 2‑stroke engine and enjoy solving mechanical problems, this role is a great fit.

Full‑time and permanent, with a consistent Monday‑Friday schedule and no weekend work.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintain small engines across petrol and battery‑powered equipment


• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults on lawnmowers, ride‑on mowers, chainsaws, brushcutters, hedge trimmers, and related garden machinery


• Carry out 2‑stroke and 4‑stroke engine overhauls and tune‑ups


• Use manufacturer systems for diagnostics, parts ordering, and service records


• Ensure all equipment is tested and returned to a high standard


• Keep the workshop clean, organised, and safe at all times

What We're Looking For

• Hands‑on experience with small engines or outdoor power equipment (essential)


• Solid understanding of 2‑stroke and 4‑stroke engine mechanics


• Ability to diagnose faults independently and work efficiently


• Familiarity with brands such as Husqvarna, Stihl, Honda or Echo (an advantage)


• Good attention to detail and a pride in quality workmanship


• Reliable, punctual, and a team player

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full‑time role with genuine job stability


• Competitive salary based on your experience


• Monday to Friday only — no weekends


• Work with premium, well‑known equipment brands


• Join a long‑established, family‑run business with a loyal customer base


• Supportive team environment where your skills are valued