STIHL Small Engine Mechanic/Technician

Summary:

The Stihl Technician is responsible for the assembly and sale of Stihl power equipment, as well as in-store repair of Stihl equipment for clients.

Essential Responsibilities:

Completing preventative maintenance on engines, motors, belts and power equipment; Follows diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications; Trouble-shoots malfunctions; Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; Uses precision measuring and testing instruments; Removes defective parts by dismantling devises using hand and power tools; Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests; Keeps Stihl work area clean and well organized at all times; Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures; Works sales floor with other associates when Stihl duties are not needed.

Attendance:

A continuous pattern of regular and prompt attendance is required along with the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays. The Stihl Technician can be full-time or part-time, hourly position.

Skills and Qualifications:

The Stihl Technician must possess excellent organization and time management skills, as well as the ability to work with minimal supervision while performing duties. The Stihl Technician must be able to professionally communicate with clients, all members of store management and store associates. The Stihl Technician must be mechanically-inclined and able to repair small engines. Stihl-certified required.

Physical Demands:

The Stihl Technician is regularly required to walk and use hands to handle objects and tools. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Full-time/Part-Time

Experience:

• mechanic: 1 year (Required)
• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)

Notice to Applicant about this Employer: You are applying for a job with an independently owned cooperative member of Ace Hardware Corporation, who operates this Ace Hardware store, not Ace Hardware Corporation. The independent store owner alone is responsible for and independently makes all decisions concerning employment related matters, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. Ace Hardware Corporation will not receive a copy of any applications submitted for this position, and will have no control over interviews and/or hiring decisions, does not control and is not responsible for the employment policies and practices of the independent store owner. If hired, the independent store owner will be your only employer. Ace Hardware Corporation is not the employer for this position. The Ace Hardware trademarks, logos and designs are owned by Ace Hardware Corporation and used by independent store owners under a license from Ace Hardware Corporation.

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