What are the responsibilities and job description for the Small Engine Mechanic & Yard Maintenance position at Creative Design & Maintenance LLC?
Creative Design is a fully licensed and insured design-build landscape firm serving New Jersey, specializing in pool, paver, and landscape installations, along with residential and commercial lawn care services.
We are currently seeking a part-time Power Equipment Mechanic and Yard Maintenance Technician to join our team.
The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, demonstrated experience with small engines, and a firm commitment to safety and quality workmanship. A minimum of two years of relevant experience is preferred; however, we are willing to train a candidate who demonstrates strong potential.
Qualifications:
- Experience servicing commercial landscaping equipment, including mowers, blowers, chainsaws, and compact utility equipment
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced setting
- Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments under varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, dust, and noise
- Willingness to work overtime as business needs require
- Repair two-cycle equipment, including demo saws, chainsaws, blowers, and trimmers
- Repair and maintain lawn mowers and fertilizer-spreading equipment
- Maintain and repair four-cycle engines, such as those used in spray pumps and power washers
- Maintain diesel engines (training provided for candidates without prior experience)
- Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, blade sharpening, belt replacement, and equipment inspections
- Conduct thorough equipment inspections to identify potential issues and prevent breakdowns
- Grease truck bodies, trailer hubs, Bobcat and Kubota skid steers, and small excavation equipment
- Inspect trucks for safety compliance, including trailer tires and lights, and replace trailer tires as needed
- Accurately document all maintenance and repair activities and maintain detailed service records
Responsibilities
- Maintain bulk material piles
- Remove and dispose of bulk trash, such as pallets
- Operate a small front-end loader to maintain a clean and organized yard
- Perform general lot maintenance
- Repair gates and fencing
- Assist with organization and cleanup of inventory
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 30.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30