Surface Preparation Equipment Mechanic & Small Engine Specialist

Pay & Role Snapshot

Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00

Join the service team as the go-to expert who keeps surface-prep and commercial cleaning equipment running reliably. Your work minimizes downtime, protects safety, and sustains productivity.

A Day in the Life

• Start by reviewing service orders and your schedule in our appointment software.
• Triage incoming machines, diagnose issues with testing tools and troubleshooting guides, and consult manufacturer repair manuals.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment used in commercial cleaning, restoration, and surface preparation.
• Evaluate each unit for additional service needs, then communicate findings to teammates and customers.
• Create bids, present estimates, and schedule repair appointments; keep customers updated in person, by phone, and via email.
• Order parts, coordinate with vendors, and align shop workload with other technicians to hit department quality and productivity goals.
• Pitch in across the shop—assist fellow techs and store staff, maintain tools, and keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.

Equipment You’ll Service

• Surface-prep machinery: floor scrapers, floor grinders, shot blasters
• Powertrains and related: basic automotive systems; 2-, 3-, and 4-cylinder gas engines
• Cleaning and restoration: truck-mounted carpet cleaning units, portable carpet extractors, hard-surface floor cleaning machines
• Specialty gear: duct cleaning equipment, deodorizing equipment, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, air movers, HEPA vacuums

What You Bring

• 2 years (preferred) in any of the following: commercial cleaning/restoration equipment; small engine repair/maintenance; pressure washer repair/maintenance; or vehicle repair/maintenance.
• Valid driver license and a clean MVR (no DUIs or careless/reckless driving in the past 3 years).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Own a basic set of mechanic’s tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, technical skill, and attentive diagnosis/problem solving.
• Committed to safety—use safety glasses, hearing protection, and other PPE.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and complete quality work on time.
• Professional presence with solid written/verbal communication and basic computer skills.
• Occasional overtime as needed.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a bonus.

How You’ll Succeed

• Use diagnostic equipment, troubleshooting guides, and OEM manuals correctly.
• Create accurate service orders and maintain up-to-date schedules in software.
• Coordinate effectively with technicians, store staff, customers, and vendors.
• Care for shop equipment and tools; keep the environment safe and orderly.