REPAIR AND DELIVERY TECHNICIAN

Ace Hardware; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Ace Hardware is seeking a Delivery & Small Engine Technician / Inventory Associate to support store operations, delivering merchandise, assembling equipment, performing small engine repairs, stocking shelves, and maintaining a clean work area.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, customer-focused service, teamwork, and flexibility to work weekends. A valid driver’s license, ability to lift 50+ lbs, and strong problem-solving are required.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude required; small engine repair experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver merchandise to customer homes and job sites, load and unload with care, provide professional service.
• Assemble grills, mowers, and outdoor power equipment; diagnose and repair small engines; perform routine maintenance and warranty work.
• Receive and stock merchandise; maintain organized shelves and backroom inventory; assist with inventory counts; ensure accurate pricing/display.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Small engine repair

Customer service

Communication

Valid driver’s license

Lifting 50+ lbs

Flexible schedule

Education

Small engine certification/technical training

Job description

Position Overview

The Delivery & Small Engine Technician / Inventory Associate plays a key role in store operations. This position is responsible for product delivery, equipment assembly, small engine repair and maintenance, and stocking inventory. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, customer-focused, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Delivery

• Safely deliver merchandise (grills, power equipment, lawn & garden products, etc.) to customer homes and job sites
• Load and unload products carefully to prevent damage
• Provide friendly, professional customer service during deliveries
• Ensure delivery vehicle is clean and properly maintained

Assembly & Small Engine Repair

• Assemble grills, mowers, excavators, patio furniture, and outdoor power equipment
• Diagnose and repair small engines (lawn mowers, chainsaws, trimmers, snow blowers, etc.)
• Perform routine maintenance and warranty repairs
• Maintain a clean and organized service area

Inventory & Stocking

• Receive and stock incoming merchandise
• Maintain organized shelves and backroom inventory
• Assist with inventory counts and restocking
• Ensure pricing and product displays are accurate and up to date

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude required; small engine repair experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends

Preferred Experience

• Small engine certification or technical training
• Retail or warehouse experience
• Delivery or logistics experience

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
• Employee discount
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive team environment
• On-the-job training

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.