Small Engine & Equipment Mechanic
Small Engine Mechanic
Description
About Us
Star Tree Service LLC is a premier, safety-focused residential tree service company serving Gig Harbor and the surrounding Key Peninsula and Tacoma area. Our arborists and ground crews rely on high-performing, top-tier equipment every day to safely manage complex residential tree removals and pruning. We pride ourselves on a professional shop environment, consistent workflow, and a team culture that values safety and efficiency. We are looking for a dedicated in-house mechanic to keep our fleet of outdoor power equipment running.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Small Engine Mechanic to oversee the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of our extensive lineup of professional-grade outdoor power equipment. In this role, you will be the backbone of our ground operations, ensuring our STIHL chainsaws (from small pruning saws to heavy-duty ground saws), blowers, pole pruners, and other small engines are safe, reliable, and optimized for peak performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose & Repair: Troubleshoot and repair 2-stroke and 4-mix STIHL engines, fuel systems, and electrical components.
- Preventative Maintenance: Implement and manage a strict maintenance schedule for all crew equipment to minimize job-site downtime.
- Chain Maintenance: Sharpen, repair, and build chainsaw chains precisely tailored for residential hardwood and softwood cutting.
- Inventory & Parts Tracking: Maintain an organized parts inventory and coordinate with local dealers for warranty claims and parts ordering.
- Safety Compliance: Ensure all repaired equipment meets original manufacturer safety specifications before returning to the field.
- Experience: 2+ years of professional small engine repair experience, specifically working with professional-grade outdoor power equipment.
- Technical Savvy: Ability to read schematics, use digital diagnostic tools, and maintain clean maintenance logs.
- STIHL Certification preferred; Husqvarna, Echo, or general 2-stroke experience considered.
- Local Proximity: Must be able to reliably commute to our shop in the Gig Harbor, WA area.
- Self-Starter: Ability to work independently, prioritize repair queues, and maintain a highly organized shop space.
- Competitive hourly pay with room for growth.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Medical and Dental benefits.
- Company-provided specialized tools and a dedicated, indoor workspace.
If you take pride in precision mechanics and want to support a top-tier local tree service crew, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume to star@startreeservice.net.