Mechanic- Set up for Turf Equipment
Company: Smith Turf & Irrigation
Location: Paw Creek
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
About Us: Smith Turf & Irrigation is the leading distributor and
retailer in the golf, grounds and landscaping industry. We offer a
comprehensive selection of equipment, irrigation and landscape
products and support our customers with technical expertise and
service. Since 1925, Smith Turf has built an unmatched reputation
for outstanding customer care, service and support across North and
South Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee. STI is a family-owned
business that believes in working as a team and fosters a
family-oriented culture. Position Overview: Set-up mechanics are
responsible for the assembly of new commercial equipment used in
the golf, sports field and grounds industry. They play a critical
role in upholding our reputation for exceeding our customers’
expectations. Key Responsibilities: · Uncrate, assemble, and prep
new and demo equipment according to manufacturer standards ·
Perform initial inspections, including fluid checks, safety checks,
and adjustments to hydraulic and electrical systems typical for a
mechanic role · Responsible for the cleanliness of finished
products · Performs minor adjustments and light equipment service,
including but not limited to, oil changes, air filters, fuel filter
replacement, simple blade sharpening common to diesel mechanic work
· Set up cutting units and adjusting height-of-cut · Minor
reconditioning of used or lease returned equipment for resale ·
Works with the Service Advisor and Shop Foreman to order parts as
needed · Responsible for maintaining accurate records for repairs,
service work orders, inventory and tagging and identifying parts
for warranty · Responsible for maintaining personal tools, work
area, shop and shop tools · Maintain a clean, safe, and organized
service area, following all safety regulations Operating forklift
to move equipment between the shop and yard Requirements Required
Qualifications: · High school diploma or equivalent required ·
Experience in a service repair, diesel mechanic shop is required ·
Must have the ability to read and analyze documents and procedure
manuals · Must be able to routinely lift up to 75 pounds Benefits ·
Competitive Compensation · Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long
Term Disability, Life Insurance · Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays ·
401(k) with Company Match · Employee Referral Program · Opportunity
of Advancement · Paid Training and Certifications · Free Counseling
Services- EAP · Product Discounts · Weekends Off! STI is strongly
committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all
employees and all applicants for employment. All employment
decisions at STI including those relating to hiring, promotion,
transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination will
be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic
information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service,
pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable
law.
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