What are the responsibilities and job description for the Small Engine Technician position at Champlain Valley Equipment?
Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engine Technician
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul small engines used to power lawn mowers, chain saws, recreational sporting equipment and related equipment.
Location
Derby, Vermont
Tasks
- Repair and maintain engines used to power equipment such as portable saws, lawn mowers, generators, trimmers, ATVs and side-by-sides.
- Adjust valves, carburetors, distributors, and spark plug gaps, using feeler gauges.
- Remove engines from equipment.
- Dismantle engines, using hand tools, and examine parts for defects.
- Reassemble engines after repair or maintenance work is complete.
- Record repairs made, time spent, and parts used with proper documentation.
- Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning and servicing.
- Obtain problem descriptions from customers and prepare cost estimates for repairs.
- Test and inspect engines to determine malfunctions, to locate missing and broken parts, and to verify repairs, using diagnostic instruments.
- Repair or replace defective parts.
- Show customers how to maintain equipment.
Must haves
- Computer skills and electronic service tool knowledge
- Tools
