Small Engine Mechanic
Mr. Tree, Inc.
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- Location
- Happy Valley, OR
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 8
- 9 days ago
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About the company
Mr. Tree, Inc.
Paper & forest products · 11 to 50 employees
What you'll do
- Diagnostics & Repair: Perform complete electrical, mechanical, and fuel system diagnostics on small engines to identify faults accurately.
- Maintenance & Overhauls: Complete routine maintenance (tune-ups, blade sharpening, oil changes) and major engine rebuilds or carb overhauls on 2-stroke and 4-stroke machinery.
- Chainsaw Specialty Work: Rebuild top/bottom ends, tune carburetors, service bar/chain assemblies, and test safety brake systems.
- Customer & Parts Coordination: Document service work orders clearly, estimate repair costs/labor hours, and communicate parts needs to the inventory manager.
- Shop Safety & Organization: Maintain a clean, organized work area and adhere to proper safety guidelines for shop tools and fluid disposal.
- Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience repairing small engines and outdoor power equipment (OPE).
- Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of carburetors, ignition systems, hydraulic drives, fuel injection systems, and centrifugal clutches.
- Tools: Possession of basic hand tools and pneumatic/electric shop tools (specialized shop tools provided).
- Problem Solving: Ability to read schematics, parts diagrams, and service manuals.
- Physical Ability: Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and stand for long stretches during shifts.
What you need
- Requires 2+ years of hands-on small engine and outdoor power equipment repair experience, technical knowledge of engine systems, and the ability to read schematics, parts diagrams, and service manuals.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and stand for long stretches.
Key skills
small enginesoutdoor power equipmentcarburetorsignition systemshydraulic drivesfuel injection systemscentrifugal clutchesread schematicsparts diagramsservice manualsbasic hand toolspneumatic/electric shop tools
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Job Title: Small Engine Mechanic (Chainsaw & Lawn Equipment Specialist) Location: Happy Valley, OR Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time We are seeking a reliable and skilled Small Engine Mechanic specializing in two-stroke and four-stroke outdoor power equipment. In this role, you will diagnose, service, and repair a wide variety of equipment, with a primary focus on chainsaws, push mowers, zero-turn riders, trimmers, and blowers. Key Responsibilities: Diagnostics & Repair: Perform complete electrical, mechanical, and fuel system diagnostics on small engines to identify faults accurately. Maintenance & Overhauls: Complete routine maintenance (tune-ups, blade sharpening, oil changes) and major engine rebuilds or carb overhauls on 2-stroke and 4-stroke machinery. Chainsaw Specialty Work: Rebuild top/bottom ends, tune carburetors, service bar/chain assemblies, and test safety brake systems. Customer & Parts Coordination: Document service work orders clearly, estimate repair costs/labor hours, and communicate parts needs to the inventory manager. Shop Safety & Organization: Maintain a clean, organized work area and adhere to proper safety guidelines for shop tools and fluid disposal. Required Qualifications & Skills: Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience repairing small engines and outdoor power equipment (OPE). Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of carburetors, ignition systems, hydraulic drives, fuel injection systems, and centrifugal clutches. Tools: Possession of basic hand tools and pneumatic/electric shop tools (specialized shop tools provided). Problem Solving: Ability to read schematics, parts diagrams, and service manuals. Physical Ability: Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and stand for long stretches during shifts.