Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul small engines used to power lawn mowers, chain saws, recreational sporting equipment, and related equipment.
45 alternate job titles:
Chain Saw Mechanic
Chainsaw Technician
Edge Trimmer Mechanic
Electric Golf Cart Repairer
Electric Wheelchair Repairer
Engine Mechanic
Engine Service Repairer
Engine Specialist
Garden Equipment Mechanic
Garden Implement Mechanic
Garden Machinery Mechanic
Garden Tractor Mechanic
Gas Engine Mechanic
Gas Engine Repairer
Gas Golf Cart Repairer
Generator Technician (Generator Tech)
Go-Cart Mechanic
Golf Cart Mechanic
Golf Course Mechanic
Jet Ski Mechanic
Lawn Mower Mechanic
Lawn Mower Repairer
Lawnmower Repair Mechanic
Magneto Repairer
Mechanic
Mobility Scooter Repairer
Model Engine Mechanic
Outdoor Power Equipment Mechanic (OPE Mechanic)
Outdoor Power Equipment Service Technician
Power Generation Technician (Power Generation Tech)
Power Saw Mechanic
Power Technician (Power Tech)
Power Wheelchair Mechanic
Production Engine Repairer
Repair Technician (Repair Tech)
Service Engine Repairer
Service Technician (Service Tech)
Shop Mechanic
Small Engine Mechanic
Small Engine Repair Tech (Small Engine Repair Technician)
Small Engine Specialist
Small Engine Technician (Small Engine Tech)
Snowblower Mechanic
Snowmobile Mechanic
Vehicle Mechanic
Salary Information
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics: $46,560 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Maintain work equipment or machinery. | Maintenance |
| Maintain repair or maintenance records. | Maintenance |
| Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. | Maintenance |
| Service vehicles to maintain functionality. | Maintenance |
| Repair defective engines or engine components. | General |
| Adjust vehicle components according to specifications. | General |
| Reassemble equipment after repair. | General |
| Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning. | General |
| Estimate costs for labor or materials. | General |
| Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems. | General |
| Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | General |
| Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | General |
| Sell products or services. | General |
| Train customers in the use of products. | General |
| Disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies. | General |
| Grind parts to required dimensions. | General |
| Bolt objects into place. | General |
| Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. | General |
| Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment. | General |
| Confer with customers or users to assess problems. | Analysis |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Land & Sea DYNO-MAX | Analytical or scientific software |
| Sale processing software | Point of sale POS software |
| VersaDyne small engine test system | Analytical or scientific software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Ideal Computer Systems Ideal OPE | Data base user interface and query software |
| RepairTRAX | Data base user interface and query software |
| Smart Equipment Repair | Data base user interface and query software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| A Sawyer | Forest Service | Not Available |
| B Sawyer | Forest Service | Not Available |
| Basic Faller | National Wildfire Coordinating Group | Not Available |
| C Sawyer | Forest Service | Not Available |
| Compact Diesel Technician Certification | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Driveline/Hydro Technician Certification | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Electrical Technician Certification | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Four Stroke Engine Certification Test | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Generator Technician Certification | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Mechanical Systems Certification Test | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Principles of Small Engine Technology | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Reel Technology Certification | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
| Sawyer trainee | Forest Service | Not Available |
| Two Stroke Engine Certification Test | Equipment & Engine Training Council | Not Available |
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