Small Engine Technician

Wesco Turf, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Wellness support resources

Career growth opportunities

Annual bonus and monthly performance incentives

Job summary

A leading turf equipment distributor in Florida is seeking a Small Engine Technician. You will set up and service equipment, ensuring compliance with manufacturer guidelines. The ideal candidate has mechanical repair experience and the ability to read schematics. This full-time position offers competitive pay of $18–20 an hour and a range of benefits, including medical coverage and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical repair and maintenance is required, turf equipment experience is a plus.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Set up new equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Prepare demo units and assemble accessories based on customer specifications.
• Document issues clearly and communicate them efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical repair experience

Ability to read manuals

Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines

Job description

Since 1987, Wesco Turf has been a trusted leader in golf, grounds, and irrigation equipment across Florida, Southern Georgia, and the Caribbean. As an exclusive distributor for brands including Toro, Club Car, Bernhard, and Ventrac, and a multiple-time Toro Distributor of Excellence, we’re known for quality, expertise, and long‑term partnerships.

Job Type

Full‑time

What You’ll Do

As a Small Engine Technician, you’ll deliver high‑quality equipment set‑up and service that meets manufacturers’ standards and exceeds customer expectations. We proudly serve a diverse customer base that includes golf courses, professional sports organizations such as the NFL, NASCAR, MLS, and MLB, and world‑class venues like Disney.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Setting up new equipment according to manufacturer guidelines
• Preparing demo units and assembling accessories to customer specifications
• Grinding reels, bed knives, and blades; setting accurate height of cut
• Documenting issues clearly and efficiently
• Using computer systems for parts lookup and communication
• Supporting internal quality control inspections

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Wellness Support: Mental and financial health resources
• Career Growth: Training, long‑term stability, and advancement opportunities
• Competitive Pay: Annual company bonus (0–3 weeks’ pay) plus monthly performance incentives for Service and Operations roles

What You Bring

• Mechanical repair and maintenance experience (turf equipment a plus, not required)
• Ability to read manuals, electrical, and hydraulic schematics
• Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion, and other aspects of employment for all qualified employees without regard to sex (including pregnancy and childbirth), race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. M/F/D/V

Wesco Turf, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

Salary Description

$18–20 an hour