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Small Engine Mechanic repairs fractional-horsepower gasoline engines used to power lawnmowers, garden tractors, and similar machines. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being a Small Engine Mechanic may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Small Engine Mechanic relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
  • Williamsburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Who We Are

    Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known museum complexes in the world. Our mission is “that the future may learn from the past” through preserving and restoring 18th-century Williamsburg, Virginia’s colonial capital. We engage, inform, and inspire people to learn about this historic capital, the events that occurred here, and the diverse peoples who helped shape a new nation. Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 88 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to how they appeared in the 18th century through extensive archaeological, architectural, and documentary research. The Historic Area is staffed by highly trained, historically dressed interpreters and expert tradespeople who bring the 18th century to life. The Foundation also owns and operates two world-class museums, the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum, and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, and a renowned research library, the John D Rockefeller Jr Library. Additionally, Colonial Williamsburg is home to five world class accommodations at the Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge Autograph Collection, the Griffin Hotel, the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotels and Suites and the unique Colonial Houses in the Historical Area. Visitors may also indulge in food and drink at our many on site restaurants and taverns that blend a historically inspired dining experience with today’s evolved tastes. Each year over 5 million people visit Williamsburg and another 20 million engage with us digitally.

    The mechanic is responsible for 1) the repair and maintenance of all small engine equipment and selected motorized equipment utilized primarily within the landscape department, but to include other departments within the Operations Division and Foundation, 2) training landscape staff for the safe and proper operation of equipment, and 3) advising management for budgeting and purchasing of equipment. This equipment includes but is not limited to mowers, garden tractors, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, snow removal equipment, power trimmers, golf carts, ‘Gators’ and similarly powered landscape equipment, including power washers, generators, pumps, tampers, rollers and other small construction machinery may be included. During emergency operations this position may also function as a work leader.

    Essential Functions:

    • Services, repairs, operates and tests Foundation motorized and electric equipment for proper functioning.
    • Repairs and overhauls gasoline/diesel engines and components as well as battery powered equipment.
    • Repairs and overhauls drive train, suspension and steering, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
    • Maintains parts inventory and purchases replacement parts.
    • Trains landscape employees in servicing and safe operation of equipment.
    • Responsible for sharpening or adjusting all types of blades used in landscape equipment.
    • Operates welding equipment.
    • Maintains accurate equipment maintenance records.
    • Performs research and provides input on the purchase of commercial landscape and agricultural equipment and replacement parts.
    • Utilizes computers and e-mail for parts, equipment, and communication.
    • Available 24/7 including weekend, holidays, and evenings for emergency operation.

    Supervision to be Exercised:

    Indirect: Serves as work leader during inclement weather for a group of equipment operators.

    Required and Preferred Education and Experience:

    Required: High school education/G.E.D. plus 4-8 years experience as a small engine mechanic. Requires valid Virginia driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the Foundation indicating a high degree of reliability

    Preferred: Proficient in the use of meters, electronic test and analysis equipment and jacks and related servicing equipment. Ability to read and write at least at high school graduate level and interpret automotive, electrical, and hydraulic schematic diagrams. Have 5 years experience in automotive/small engine repairs at a dealership level or equal. Formal training/experience in gasoline engine maintenance and rebuilding. Experience with Microsoft computer software.

    Qualifications:

    Minimum: Good communication skills, oral and written, plus thorough knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques of all landscape maintenance equipment; ability to (1) safely operate maintenance equipment; (2) perform work on small engines, gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic equipment, engine electrical systems, battery powered equipment, etc.; (3) weld and do body work; (4) read instructions and fill in reports. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing systems, filing, and records management systems. Perform physical activities that require moving one's whole body, such as in climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, where the activities often also require considerable use of the arms and legs, such as in the physical handling of materials. Be available to work a variable schedule (night/day shifts) weekend and overtime. . Must be able to work on an emergency basis, seven days per week. Be physically qualified to work standing, bending, kneeling, use a crawler, and lift and carry 50 pounds. (Engine mechanic related)
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • SMITH TURF & IRRIGATION LLC
  • Richmond, VA FULL_TIME
  • Description Company OverviewSmith Turf & Irrigation is the leading distributor and retailer in the golf, grounds and landscaping industry. We offer a comprehensive selection of equipment, irrigation a...
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • CW Talent
  • Williamsburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Who We Are Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known m...
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Environmental Enhancements
  • Sterling, VA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for someone who has a passion for mechanical work, has a working knowledge of small equipment, and who wants to join a leading commercial landscape company in Northern VA. Is that you? ...
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Curtis Contracting, Inc.
  • West Point, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Small Engine and Pneumatic MechanicOverviewWe are seeking a skilled and dedicated Small Engine and Pneumatic Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in...
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Small Engine Repair Technician
  • Action Personnel Inc
  • Roanoke, VA FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a skilled Small Engine Repair Technician with expertise in tires to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various small engines,...
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Argo Power Equipment Inc
  • Trussville, AL
  • Job Description Job Description Small Engine Technician We are an outdoor power equipment dealer for Exmark, Stihl, Cub ...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Ritter Lumber
  • Nederland, TX
  • Job Description Job Description STIHL Technician Ritter Lumber Company is on a mission to being a successful hardware an...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Taylor Rental Center
  • Miami, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Look for small engine mechanic. Please call Peter Gomez 305-248-5165
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC
  • MOWERS INC
  • Sarasota, FL
  • Job Description Job Description If you think your Boss is an A$$ and the place you work $uck$, give us a call and we can...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Potestio Brothers Equipment
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Job Description Job Description Potestio Brothers Equipment offers a friendly and safe working environment, competitive ...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Small engine mechanic
  • Payne Landscaping
  • Hamtramck, MI
  • Job Description Job Description Job Overview A small engine mechanic performs maintenance and repair work on small engin...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • ARLINGTON POWER
  • Palatine, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Arlington Power Equipment 20175 N. Rand Rd., Palatine, il 60074 847.241.1530x4 Job Descr...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Gravely Hockessin In
  • Hockessin, DE
  • Job Description Job Description We are looking for a small engine mechanic to troubleshoot/maintain/repair outdoor power...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Virginia

Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of ...
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