Grounds Equipment Mechanic

Primary Function

The Grounds Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of groundskeeping equipment and small engines to ensure reliable operation and optimal performance. This role supports the grounds maintenance team by ensuring that all mowers, trimmers, blowers, utility vehicles, tractors, and other related tools and machinery are safe, efficient, and properly maintained.

Essential Duties

• Perform preventive maintenance on all ground's equipment according to established schedules.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on small engines and turf equipment.
• Inspect equipment for safety hazards, wear, and damage; recommend repairs or replacements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair logs for each piece of equipment.
• Order and track parts, lubricants, and supplies as needed.
• Clean, adjust, and tune engines, carburetors, and other components to ensure efficient operation.
• Sharpen and balance mower blades, adjust cutting decks, and ensure proper alignment.
• Maintain shop organization, cleanliness, and safe working conditions.
• Assist grounds staff with equipment operation training and troubleshooting.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including the use of PPE and proper handling of fuels and chemicals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools, meters, and hand/power tools safely and effectively.
• Skilled in reading equipment manuals, schematics, and parts diagrams.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Commitment to workplace safety and preventive maintenance best practices.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift heavy material up to 70 pounds continuously and operate material handling equipment.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in an industrial maintenance environment.
• Welding skills preferred for fabricating shields, attachments, and brackets.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is advantageous.
• Must have own tools.

Working Environment

• Tunista fosters a fast-paced multi-tasking customer service oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance.
• Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities.
• Overtime may be required.
• Primarily outdoor and shop environment.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and mechanical hazards.
• Regular interaction with grounds crew and facility management staff.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.