Technician

NOW HIRING - Equipment Technician

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Equipment Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of hydraulic, electrical, gasoline, and diesel‑powered turf equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience troubleshooting complex systems, and the ability to deliver high‑quality service in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnostics & Repair

• Accurately test, troubleshoot, and diagnose failures on hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and gas/diesel engines
• Perform high‑quality repairs in alignment with company standards and Standard Repair Times (SRT)
• Grind bed knives, reels, and blades according to customer specifications
• Conduct welding tasks as needed
• Assemble new equipment to customer specifications and within Standard Setup Time (SST)

Documentation & Estimates

• Prepare accurate parts and labor estimates
• Document issues clearly, identifying causes of failure and corrective actions
• Record service notes and updates in a clear, organized manner

Equipment Preparation

• Prepare demo, loaner, pre‑owned, rental, and sales units according to requested specifications
• Ensure all equipment is serviced, cleaned, and ready for customer use

Technical & Computer Skills

• Use computer systems for parts lookup, work orders, and email communication
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot using electrical and hydraulic schematics

Qualifications:

• Skilled in repair and maintenance of commercial turf equipment
• Strong diagnostic ability across electrical, hydraulic, gasoline, and diesel systems
• Ability to read and understand schematics, manuals, and technical documentation

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training preferred
• Minimum of five years of mechanical or related field experience
• Additional training, seminars, or certifications in the commercial turf industry are a plus

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to read and use precision measuring tools such as calipers, dial indicators, feeler gauges, and scales

Reasoning & Problem‑Solving:

• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals and technical documents

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, pull, kneel, stoop, and reach during repairs
• Must be able to work in physically demanding environments and handle equipment components

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sarasota, FL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Sarasota,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.