Small Engine Repair Mechanic (PT)

Farm & Home Supply; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Farm & Home Supply in Fort Madison, IA is seeking a part-time Small Engine Repair Mechanic to service and repair lawn mowers, chain saws, and other power equipment. You will interact with customers, review manuals, order parts, and maintain repair logs in a busy store environment.

Ideal candidates have at least six months of engine repair experience, can travel if needed for supplier training, and are 18+ years old. We offer competitive pay and benefits with a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months prior engine repair experience.
• Overnight travel may be required to attend supplier classes.
• Must be 18+ years old.
• Certified training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Explain product information clearly to customers.
• Review equipment manuals and warranties accurately.
• Place special orders for required parts as needed.
• Maintain vendor logs and warranty documentation.
• Contact customers for repair approvals after assessment.
• Follow safety procedures and wear protective gear.
• Keep shop and storage areas neat and organized.
• Set up and assemble new equipment.
• Stock merchandise and assist loads for customers.
• Use hand and power tools as needed.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and handle equipment safely.
• Engage customers to sell appropriate products.

Skills

Customer communication

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety equipment

Job description

Looking for an exciting place to work with growth opportunities? Come join our Farm & Home Supply team!

We offer competitive pay, employee discounts, great benefits and a positive work environment.

Take a look at our current job openings at our stores in Illinois, Iowa and Missouri and apply online below!

Position: Small Engine Repair Mechanic (PT)

Location: Fort Madison, IA

Job Id:1183

# of Openings:1

Small Engine Repair Mechanic

Determines extent of necessary repairs and performs service for mechanical malfunctions on push and riding lawn mowers, chain saws, tillers, weed eaters, and related power equipment in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Communicate product information clearly and effectively to our customers.
• Able to review equipment manuals and warranties accurately.
• Place special orders for required parts as needed.
• Maintain Stihl, Cub Cadet and other vendor sales logbooks and complete warranty documentation.
• Contact customers for repair approval after the extent of repair needed is determined.
• Follow Safety Compliance procedures such as wearing safety glasses and storing various fuels in clearly marked containers, along with the ability to be “Tow Motor” certified.
• Maintain neat, safe, and well-organized shop and storage areas.
• Able to set up and assemble new equipment.
• Stock merchandise, unload semis, retrieve carts, maintain the lot, and help customers with loadouts.
• Able to use both hand and power tools as needed.
• Tolerate exposure to hazardous chemicals such as gasoline, oil, and carburetor cleaner.
• Weightlifting capability up to and including 50 lbs.
• Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, manipulate bolts, nuts, or other fasteners for purposes of disassembly and reassembly of equipment.
• Basic knowledge of products and ability to engage customers to sell products.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Complete special projects directed by a member of management and additional responsibilities may be assigned throughout the store at any given time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF TRAINING AND EDUCATION:

• Minimum Age is 18 years old.
• Minimum of six months previous engine repair required. Certified training preferred.
• Overnight travel stays required on occasion to attend supplier’s certification classes.
• Positive attitude with a passion for collaborating with Team Members who want to grow.

Team Members who average a minimum of 25 hours per week after six months of employment are eligible for standard dental, vision, accident, legal plan, identity fraud protection plan per standard company eligibility requirements. Strong Team Member discount after 30 days.