Small Engine Mechanic

Job Overview

Small Engine Mechanic

Under direction of the Supervisor, Grounds Maintenance, maintains and repairs gasoline engines and other parts on power tools and equipment.

What you will be doing:

• Maintains and repairs two and four-cycle engines up to 12 horsepower; locates causes of trouble, dismantles engines, replaces or repairs parts, and cleans and adjusts machine.
• Maintains and repairs power tools and equipment and checks and sharpens cutting edges.
• Makes decisions to repair/replace equipment.
• Reads and interprets written instructions, diagrams and technical manuals in making repairs and maintaining equipment.
• Orders parts for repair work as required.
• Maintains written records of all maintenance; provides input into department's budget based on records.

What you need:

• Education less than that required for completion of high school curriculum.
• Two (2) years experience maintaining and repairing small engines, power tools and equipment.
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL or ability to obtain one within a designated probationary period.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of methods for maintenance and repair of small engines, power tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions for area of assignment.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions and diagrams.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require frequent kneeling and stooping.
• Ability to perform manual labor, frequently exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations involving, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to maintain routine records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Ability to pass a medical physical examination.

Special requirements:

• Must have a good private driving record: (a) no more than two (2) convictions of moving violations in the last 36 months and (b) no DWI convictions in the last 60 months.
• This is a DOT-designated and Airport-designated safety sensitive position as defined in DFW Airport’s Drug and Alcohol Administrative Policy and Procedure. Applicants selected for this position will be required to pass drug and alcohol tests prior to employment and to submit to drug and alcohol screening on a random basis during the length of their employment in the safety sensitive position.

What we desire:

• Trade school training in small engine repair and maintenance.

Effort:

• Works in a maintenance environment.
• Is subject to inclement weather conditions and vehicle exhaust fumes.
• Works with lubricants and solvents and around grease, grime and dirt involving heavy exposure to the skin.
• Performs heavy manual labor, frequently exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Works under hoist rack and in awkward positions such as stooping, squatting or with arms above the head for prolonged periods of time.
• Performs simple mathematical calculations.
• Works with hand tools, power tools and pneumatic tools.
• Exchanges information in person.
• Drives to locations on and off Airport property.

About Us

We are Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport-one of the most successful airports in the world by any definition. We are recognized for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees.

Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of over 2,100 employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers and connect our community to the world. We are looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be.

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