SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC To Repair Lawnmowers, Landscaping & Power Equipment

Summary

Mechanically inclined?Do you like working with your hands to service motors, engines and other equipment?If you can turn a wrench, we’ll teach you the rest.Learn a trade that is in high demand!Join our award-winning team and build a valuable career, which includes paid training.Landscapers and skilled laborers are welcome to apply for this position.

We are looking for individuals with strong mechanical skills that can be applied to the service and repair of small engine power equipment with training from our professional staff. This includes lawnmowers, snowblowers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, generators etc. that have 2-4 cycle engines. Candidates will be responsible for performing routine service and assembly on quality power and lawn equipment from brands like Honda, Stihl, Toro, Redmax, Ariens and Ego. This includes diagnosing problems, troubleshooting, rebuilding carburetors, tuning engines and using power tools to assemble equipment and more. We provide all necessary tools and supplies for technicians to use.

Paid training is provided for qualified candidates. Although previous experience working on this type of equipment is preferred, we are willing to invest time, money resources into training someone who has the right skills and is passionate about learning a trade. There is an opportunity to become a service manager with experience. You will work comfortably indoors at our retail store.

Duties

After receiving training from our staff, Duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Unbox, assemble, prep and test a variety of new power equipment, including lawnmowers, snowblowers, chainsaws etc. that use gasoline or battery powered motors
• Provide customers with a simple demonstration of how to use the equipment

• Perform routine maintenance on customers’ equipment, which typically includes the following:
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair problems with equipment
• Drain and change engine oil
• Disassemble, clean and rebuild engine carbureator
• Adjust or install new cables
• For lawnmowers: Install new blades
• For chainsaws: Install new bar and chain
• For snowblowers: Install belts, scrapers and skids

Requirements

Requirements include but are not limited to:

• 1-2 years of experience working with power equipment
• Responsible, punctual and able to communicate clearly with others in a professional manner
• Strong attention to details and willing to listen to and follow instructions
• Ability to work independently after receiving training
• Interest in working in a team environment committed to providing excellent sales and service experiences
• Interest in developing own skills and knowledge
• Availability to work a flexible schedule based on seasonal needs
• Ability to periodically lift, push, pull and move equipment in excess of 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Any experience operating and/or repairing lawnmowers, snowblowers, leaf blowers or other lawn/power equipment.

Benefits

A competitive wage will be based on candidate's prior work experience and/or individual mechaincal skill level.

• PAID TRAINING to qualified individuals
• 40 Hours per week at hourly wage, plus 1.5x Overtime Pay for hours over 40
• Hourly wage varies depending on work experience and ability
• Additional benefits (paid vacations, profit sharing etc.) are available after 9-month review

About Us

Farina's is an award-winning bicycle and power equipment retailer. Since opening in 1975, Farina's has been family owned and operated and has earned a reputation for providing an exceptional shopping experience to multiple generations of customers. Visit www.farinas.com for more information.

Our bicycle department has over 350 bikes on display in our beautiful showroom, including road, gravel, mountain, hybrid, children's and electric bikes. We have a large service department and offer bicycle repairs, bicycle rentals and professional bicycle fittings. Our main brands are Giant, Liv, Marin, Cannondale, Momentum and Aventon Electric bikes. Our staff is made up of passionate and professional individuals who are dedicated to helping all customers experience the joys of cycling at their own level, without any attitudes. Farina's has been named one of America's Best Bicycle Shops and has received the Bicycle Retailer Excellence Award from the National Bicycle Dealers Association since 2014 based on customer service, business practices, marketing, bicycle advocacy, community involvement and more.

Our power equipment department is known for expert repairs and sales of products from leading manufacturers including Honda, Stihl, Ariens, Toro, Redmax Ego. We stock a complete selection of lawnmowers, snowblowers, chainsaws, trimmers, generators and more. We take pride in the fact that we service the products we sell, which sets us apart from hardware and home improvement stores. We have been ranked among the top independent power equipment retailers in the country.

Come see what makes us special and become a member of our growing team!