Small Engine Mechanic

Overview

Small Engine Mechanics maintain, test and repair engines of chainsaws, lawn mowers, garden tractors and other equipment with small engines.

Day-to-day

• detects and diagnoses faults in engines and parts
• dismantles and removes engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checks parts
• repairs and replaces worn and defective parts and reassembles mechanical components, and refers to service manuals as needed
• performs scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
• reassembles engines and parts after being repaired.

Considerations

• working outdoors.