Job Description

Performs skilled repair and maintenance of primarily small engine powered

equipment to include lawn mowers, pumps, chain saws, weed eaters, etc. Also performs and

monitors repair and maintenance of assigned vehicles such as pickups and equipment.

Establishes and maintains a complete preventive maintenance program. Maintains detailed

equipment records. Instructs others in proper care, starting and operating of equipment. Work

requires considerable independent judgment with limited direct supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following are not to be construed as an

exclusive or all-inclusive listing of skills and abilities required to perform the job. Management may

delegate other responsibilities as required.

• Performs routine and major repairs to a variety of gasoline powered equipment assigned to

all work centers.

• Performs preventive maintenance to equipment such as lubrication, oil changes, air filters,

etc.

• Establishes and maintains a scheduled maintenance program for equipment and vehicles.

• Determines and prepares proper gas/oil mixes for assigned equipment.

• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment electrical starting and charging systems.

• Performs welding and fabrication work for vehicles and equipment.

• Safely tests, charges and replaces batteries.

• Establishes spare parts requirements, verifies and controls their use.

• Schedules repair and maintenance through work center supervisors.

• Maintains work area in an organized and tidy manner.

• Repairs mower hydraulic systems.

• May perform repair and sharpening of reel mower blades.

• Prepares cost estimates for repairs and makes recommendations.

• Performs emergency repairs as required.

• May be required to work different shifts when circumstances warrant as

determined by the supervisor.

• Performs other job-related tasks as assigned by supervisor

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB

FUNCTIONS: High school diploma, and considerable knowledge in equipment maintenance and

repair gained through formal training or on the job experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB

FUNCTIONS QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this work successfully and individual must be able

to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Considerable knowledge in equipment maintenance and repair gained through formal

training or on the job experience.

• Must be able to squat, bend and work in confined areas for extended periods of time.

• Must not be sensitive/allergic to gas, diesel or any of the compounds or solvents used to

clean, paint or lubricate equipment.

• Must be able to wear the required safety protective devices.

• Must be able to understand and carry out both written and oral instructions.

Must have own tools and have clean driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Nature of job requires that you must squat, bend, and lift (up to

50 lbs.), and work in confined space, repetition of movements, and work in extreme heat.

DATA CONCEPTION: To perform functions requiring knowledge of computer, cell phones, etc.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to communicate with people to

convey or exchange job related information.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Ability to speak effectively and clearly to converse with other employees.

REASONING ABILITY: Duties require the use of sound judgment and the ability to define

problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations.

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to utilize job related equipment in the course of

accomplishing job duties and tasks associated with respective primary duties.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to interact with people (i.e. staff,

supervisors, general public and elected officials) beyond giving and receiving instructions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Learns to use the equipment with skill and proficiency as it

pertain to your primary job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative

of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Example:

Hazardous duty, confined spaces, heat, and cold weather.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

SAFETY: Use of property safety gear, procedures and equipment is required at all times.

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.

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