SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

Hiring Department

At Landscape Services, we take pride in shaping the natural beauty of MU’s campus, transforming it into the Mizzou Botanic Garden—a vibrant, inspiring environment for students, faculty, and visitors alike. Our dedicated team of arborists, designers, and gardeners work together to cultivate and maintain the stunning landscapes that make MU not just a place of learning, but a place to thrive. From preserving mature trees to creating exciting new garden designs, we are committed to making the campus a dynamic and enjoyable space for everyone.

Job Description

Nature and Level of work:
Maintain, service and repair small engines and related Landscape Services Equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and diagnose malfunctions in small engines and equipment. Repair and replace worn or defective parts. Inspect and test equipment on completion to confirm proper operation.
• Maintain a stock of parts. Requisition, assemble, and sometimes fabricates parts as needed.
• Service and maintain equipment per established preventative maintenance schedule or as directed.
• Change accessory equipment on tractors and other small motor vehicles.
• May repair and clean small hand tools; fabricate simple devices or parts to be used with hand tools and small power equipment. Clean and maintain work bench and immediate work area.
• May drive truck to pick up and deliver supplies, personnel, and equipment.
• Participate in the removal/treatment of snow/ice from the campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications

• A High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
• Minimum of four years actual work experience as a small engine mechanic, including apprenticeship or vocational training is required.
• Knowledge and developed skills in all phases of two cycle and four cycle engines, hydraulics, hydrostatic drives and transmissions. Skill in use of tools, equipment and materials of the trade.
• A driver’s license allowing legal operation of a motor vehicle in the state of Missouri is required.
• Ability on a regular basis:
- Grasp, lift, carry and set down medium to heavy objects (50- 75 lbs.).
- Observe and adjust small intricate valves, screws and other mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic adjustments.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $19.69 - $24.41 per hour

Grade: GGS-D

University Title: Small Engine Mechanic

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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